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Fundamental Analysis For Dummies

Published: May 2, 2016

Overview

Pick stocks, create a portfolio, and build a nest egg

Ever wonder how the pros pick the stocks they invest in? Well, most of them use some form of fundamental analysis, a popular method for assessing securities. In Fundamental Analysis For Dummies, you’ll get a crash course in valuating publicly traded companies based on their financial statements, overall health, competitors, markets, and the overall economy. You’ll also get easy-to-follow advice on how to protect your investments and diversify your portfolio so you can reduce risk without sacrificing returns.

Inside…

  • Learn fundamental analysis basics
  • Discover why fundamental analysis works
  • Get your hands on important data
  • Perform a fundamental analysis
  • Understand financial statements
  • Construct financial ratios
  • Read proxy statements
  • Valuate and price stocks

Pick stocks, create a portfolio, and build a nest egg

Ever wonder how the pros pick the stocks they invest in? Well, most of them use some form of fundamental analysis, a popular method for assessing securities. In Fundamental Analysis For Dummies, you’ll get a crash course in valuating publicly traded companies based on their financial statements, overall health, competitors, markets, and the overall economy. You’ll also get easy-to-follow advice

on how to protect your investments and diversify your portfolio so you can reduce risk without sacrificing returns.

Inside…

  • Learn fundamental analysis basics
  • Discover why fundamental analysis works
  • Get your hands on important data
  • Perform a fundamental analysis
  • Understand financial statements
  • Construct financial ratios
  • Read proxy statements
  • Valuate and price stocks
Fundamental Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Make the most of fundamental analysis by getting familiar with financial statements and investment terms as well as knowing the best places to find fundamental data.