Getting Started in Security Analysis, 2nd Edition

The fully updated second edition of "Getting Started in Security Analysis" covers everything an investor needs to fully grasp the fundamentals of security analysis. The new guide focuses on the practical mechanics of such vital topics as fundamental and technical analysis, valuation, portfolio theor [...]
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The fully updated second edition of "Getting Started in Security Analysis" covers everything an investor needs to fully grasp the fundamentals of security analysis. The new guide focuses on the practical mechanics of such vital topics as fundamental and technical analysis, valuation, portfolio theory, and fixed income analysis. Along with dozens of examples and case studies, the reader will find special quiz sections that enable the reader to test his or her skills. Topics covered include: Accounting--balance sheets, income statements, merger and acquisition principles Economics--the business cycle and investment timing, international trade valuations, and the basics of macroeconomics Portfolio management--investment policy statement, asset allocation, portfolio construction Quantitative analysis--time value of money, internal rate of return, standard deviation, variance, correlation Credit analysis--asset utilization/efficiency ratios, credit ratings, fixed income securities