What is the Intrinsic Value of the Dow?

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Journal: Journal of Finance
Year: 1999
Volume: 54
Issue: 5
Pages: 1693-1741

Authors (3)

Charles M. C. Lee (Stanford University) James Myers (not in RePEc) Bhaskaran Swaminathan (not in RePEc)

Score contribution per author:

1.341 = (α=2.01 / 3 authors) × 2.0x A-tier

α: calibrated so average coauthorship-adjusted count equals average raw count

Abstract

We model the time‐series relation between price and intrinsic value as a cointegrated system, so that price and value are long‐term convergent. In this framework, we compare the performance of alternative estimates of intrinsic value for the Dow 30 stocks. During 1963–1996, traditional market multiples (e.g., B/P, E/P, and D/P ratios) have little predictive power. However, a V/P ratio, where V is based on a residual income valuation model, has statistically reliable predictive power. Further analysis shows time‐varying interest rates and analyst forecasts are important to the success of V. Alternative forecast horizons and risk premia are less important.

Technical Details

RePEc Handle
repec:bla:jfinan:v:54:y:1999:i:5:p:1693-1741
Journal Field
Finance
Author Count
3
Added to Database
2026-01-25