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Looking for an expert in mathematical and statistical calculations. Based on Home Depot’s 10-K or Annual Report for fiscal year ending 02/01/2014, find the following items:

1. Calculate the weighted average cost of capital (WACC).

2. Determine the overall value of the company.

3. Compare your result from 2 with the actual market value of the company.

Note: No essays are needed except a short comment to answer 2.b. All computations should be shown clearly, and all answers and variables should be labeled appropriately.

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Introduction

The valuation of a company is a core aspect of corporate finance, often used for investment decisions, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic planning. The weighted average cost of capital (WACC) serves as a critical discount rate that reflects the overall cost of capital for a firm, considering both equity and debt financing. Using Home Depot’s 10-K report for the fiscal year ending February 1, 2014, this paper calculates the WACC, determines the company's overall value via discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, and compares this valuation with the actual market value.

Calculation of Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

To calculate the WACC, the following formula is used:

\[ \text{WACC} = \frac{E}{V} \times r_e + \frac{D}{V} \times r_d \times (1 - T_c) \]

where:

- \(E\) = Market value of equity

- \(D\) = Market value of debt

- \(V = E + D\) = Total enterprise value

- \(r_e\) = Cost of equity

- \(r_d\) = Cost of debt

- \(T_c\) = Corporate tax rate

Step 1: Gather Financial Data from 10-K Report

From Home Depot's 10-K, we extract:

- Total shareholders’ equity (\(E\))

- Total debt (\(D\))

- Cost of debt (\(r_d\))

- Cost of equity (\(r_e\))

- Corporate tax rate (\(T_c\))

- Market value of equity (approximated by market capitalization)

Based on the 2014 fiscal data:

- Market capitalization (as of fiscal end date) approximates to $151 billion (based on stock price and shares outstanding).

- Total debt (long-term debt + current portion) is approximately $8.5 billion.

- The effective tax rate from the 10-K is around 32%.

- Cost of debt \(r_d\): 3.5% (approximate yield on Home Depot's debt)

- Cost of equity \(r_e\): Derived using the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM):

\[ r_e = R_f + \beta \times (R_m - R_f) \]

where:

> \( R_f \) (Risk-free rate): approximately 3% in 2014

> \( \beta \): approximately 0.9 (from financial data)

> \( R_m - R_f \) (Market risk premium): 6%

Calculating \(r_e\):

\[ r_e = 3\% + 0.9 \times 6\% = 3\% + 5.4\% = 8.4\% \]

Step 2: Calculate \(E\), \(D\), and \(V\)

- \(E \approx \$151 \text{ billion}\) (market value of equity)

- \(D \approx \$8.5 \text{ billion}\)

- \(V = E + D = 159.5 \text{ billion}\)

Step 3: Compute WACC

\[ \text{WACC} = \frac{151}{159.5} \times 8.4\% + \frac{8.5}{159.5} \times 3.5\% \times (1 - 0.32) \]

Calculations:

\[

\frac{151}{159.5} \approx 0.946

\]

\[

\frac{8.5}{159.5} \approx 0.053

\]

WACC:

\[

= 0.946 \times 8.4\% + 0.053 \times 3.5\% \times 0.68

\]

\[

= 0.946 \times 8.4\% + 0.053 \times 2.38\%

\]

\[

= 7.94\% + 0.13\%

\]

\[

\text{WACC} \approx 8.07\%

\]

Result:

The weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for Home Depot in fiscal year 2014 is approximately 8.07%.

Determining the Overall Value of the Company

The second step involves estimating the company's value via discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. Given the actual market value is readily available, a simplified approach can be adopted assuming stable cash flows and using the WACC as the discount rate.

Step 1: Obtain Cash Flow Data

From Home Depot's financial statements, the operating cash flow (OCF) for 2013-2014 was approximately $11.5 billion. For simplicity, assume the cash flows will grow at a moderate rate of 3% annually.

Step 2: Calculate the Present Value of Cash Flows (Perpetuity Model)

Using the Gordon Growth Model:

\[ V = \frac{\text{FCF}_1}{r - g} \]

where:

- \(\text{FCF}_1\) = next year's cash flow = current cash flow \(\times (1 + g)\)

- \(r\) = WACC = 8.07%

- \(g\) = growth rate = 3%

Calculations:

\[

\text{FCF}_1 = 11.5 \text{ billion} \times 1.03 \approx 11.845 \text{ billion}

\]

\[

V = \frac{11.845}{0.0807 - 0.03} \approx \frac{11.845}{0.0507} \approx 233.55 \text{ billion}

\]

Step 3: Adjust for Net Debt and Cash

Since WACC valuation reflects enterprise value, subtract net debt to derive equity value:

\[

\text{Net debt} = D - \text{cash} \approx 8.5 - 1.5 \text{ billion} = 7 \text{ billion}

\]

Hence:

\[

\text{Equity value} \approx 233.55 - 7 = 226.55 \text{ billion}

\]

Comparison to actual market value:

Actual market cap is approximately $151 billion, which indicates that market valuation is lower than the DCF valuation based on cash flows and assumptions used here.

Comment on Difference

This disparity might be attributed to market perception, risk factors not captured in the simplified model, or short-term market conditions affecting stock price. The market often factors in future growth, risk, and macroeconomic factors beyond the straightforward valuation.

Conclusion

The analysis demonstrates that the approximate WACC for Home Depot in fiscal 2014 was around 8.07%, and the company's estimated intrinsic enterprise value using a perpetuity model and conservative growth rates was approximately $234 billion. Comparing this with the actual market market cap of around $151 billion suggests market skepticism or other factors influencing stock valuation. These calculations underscore the importance of understanding both intrinsic valuation methods and market dynamics.

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