Comparáveis

Comparáveis is a term used in various contexts to describe items, situations, or entities that share significant similarities, allowing for meaningful comparison. In finance, comparable companies are those that operate in the same industry, have similar business models, and are of comparable size, used to value a target company by analyzing the market's valuation of similar businesses. This approach, known as the comparable company analysis (CCA), relies on multiples like price-to-earnings or enterprise value-to-EBITDA derived from publicly traded peers.

In real estate, comparable properties, often referred to as "comps," are similar homes in the same neighborhood that have recently sold. These are crucial for appraisers and real estate agents to determine a fair market value for a property. Factors considered when identifying comps include size, age, condition, features, and proximity to amenities.

More broadly, anything deemed "comparable" can be subjected to a comparative analysis to understand its relative strengths, weaknesses, or value. This concept underpins many decision-making processes, from scientific research to everyday choices. The effectiveness of a comparison hinges on the relevance and degree of similarity between the items being analyzed. Without adequate comparability, any conclusions drawn from the comparison may be misleading or inaccurate. The identification and selection of appropriate comparables are therefore critical steps in any analytical process.