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IFB370: Free Cash Flow Metrics - Margin, Yield, and Conversion Explained

IFB370: Free Cash Flow Metrics - Margin, Yield, and Conversion Explained

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 In episode 370 of the Investing for Beginners Podcast, Dave and Andrew tackle listener questions about PE ratios, target date funds, debt-to-equity ratios, and free cash flow metrics. Learn how to evaluate companies, understand expense ratios in 401(k)s, and use DCF models to value businesses. A must-listen for beginner investors! [00:01:21] Missing PE ratios? It’s often due to negative or missing earnings. [00:03:12] Target date funds simplify rebalancing but limit investment flexibility. [00:06:57] High expense ratios in 401(k)s vary by employer and fund options. [00:11:46] Debt-to-equity ratios must be evaluated alongside interest coverage metrics. [00:18:05] DCF models can include debt, depending on the valuation approach. [00:26:00] Free cash flow margin measures efficiency in converting revenue to cash. [00:27:15] Free cash flow yield helps identify undervalued stocks with strong returns. [00:34:42] Free cash flow conversion shows how well earnings turn into cash flow. Today's show is sponsored by: Go to shipstation.com and use code INVESTING to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. Go to monarchmoney.com/BEGINNERS for THIRTY PERCENT OFF your first year. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/beginners. Get 15% off your next gift at UNCOMMONGOODS.COM/INVESTING Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/freeinvesting! Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/beginners. Go to SELECTQUOTE.COM/BEGINNERS TODAY to get started. Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com Start learning how to value companies here: DCF Demystified Link SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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