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 basicsDiscover why fundamental analysis worksGet your hands on important dataPerform a fundamental analysisUnderstand financial statementsConstruct financial ratiosRead proxy statementsValuate and price stocks