Company Health
What is Book Value?
What a company is worth on paper if you sold everything and paid all debts
Full Explanation
Book value = total assets − total liabilities. It's the accounting value of a company, not what the market thinks it's worth. Market value often far exceeds book value for strong brands and tech companies.
Pro Tip
If a stock trades below book value, the market may think the assets are worth less than stated — or it's a hidden gem.
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