Why people always look at trailing EBITDA but forward P/E? Arguably if the company's earnings are growing, it is more reasonable to look at EBITDA at a forward basis as well? Thanks, any insights welcomed.
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I always look at forward EBITDA, not sure where you heard that people only look at trailing EBITDA.
You never look at LTM EBITDA?
Thanks, i am not saying "only" look at trailing, but usually when people talk about valuation, entry / exit multiples, they alwarys refer to LTM EBITDA (and the implied forward P/E), rather than a forward EBITDA (or trailing P/E).
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Thanks, I think this makes sense. Still in many cases, i saw company' IPO valuation was based on LTM EBITDA rather than a forward one, why?
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