fundamental value

[ˌfʌndəˈmentəl ˈvæljuː]
nounpl: fundamental values
valor fundamental
1. The intrinsic worth of an asset, company, or security based on its underlying economic characteristics, cash flows, and earnings potential, independent of market price
The analyst determined that the stock's fundamental value was higher than its current market price, making it a good investment opportunity.
O analista determinou que o valor fundamental da ação era maior que seu preço de mercado atual, tornando-a uma boa oportunidade de investimento.
2. A core moral, ethical, or philosophical principle that is considered essential and non-negotiable
Freedom of speech is considered a fundamental value in democratic societies.
A liberdade de expressão é considerada um valor fundamental nas sociedades democráticas.
3. In physics, a basic property or constant of nature that cannot be derived from other properties
The speed of light is a fundamental value in the theory of relativity.
A velocidade da luz é um valor fundamental na teoria da relatividade.
In American financial culture, 'fundamental value' is a cornerstone concept in investment analysis and value investing, popularized by figures like Benjamin Graham and Warren Buffett. In Brazilian Portuguese, the term is equally important in finance education and professional investing. The concept also carries weight in discussions of human rights and democratic values in both cultures, where 'fundamental values' refers to non-negotiable ethical principles.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
intrinsic valuecore valueessential valuetrue valueunderlying value
Antonyms / Antônimos
market pricesurface valueapparent value

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
valor fundamental
Standard term used in finance, economics, and philosophy across Brazil
São Paulo
valor fundamental
Commonly used in financial markets and investment discussions in the business hub
Rio de Janeiro
valor fundamental
Used in academic and business contexts with equal frequency
Portugal
valor fundamental
Identical usage in Portuguese financial and philosophical contexts

Related Words

valuationdiscounted cash flowintrinsicequityassetfair valuebook valueprinciple

Related Idioms & Phrases

get back to fundamentals
fundamental right
fundamental principle
fundamental analysis
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