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Dialogue. The Shein Model vs Zara, and Home Depot's Valuation circa 1999

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Apr 10, 2024
The podcast covers valuation of Home Depot in 1999 and the business models of Zara and Shein. Topics include reverse DCF, margin of safety, store assumptions, growth potential, management credibility, disruptive retail models, competition, and consumer preferences.
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INSIGHT

High Implied Return as Margin of Safety

  • A high implied return in valuation mathematically equals having a margin of safety.
  • Focusing on expected returns and assumptions helps contextualize risk in investing decisions.
ADVICE

Margin of Safety Needs Timeline

  • Avoid thinking of margin of safety as a fixed discount; it effectively reduces expected returns.
  • Always associate a timeline with margin of safety to understand its real impact.
ANECDOTE

Home Depot's 1999 Store Expansion Plan

  • Home Depot in 1999 planned to grow from 930 to 1900 stores by 2003.
  • With $45M average revenue per store and 10% margins, estimated earnings were $4.6B for valuation.
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