Getting Started in Security Analysis

A PRACTICAL, COMPREHENSIVE INTRODUCTION TO Getting Started in Security Analysis
This accessible new guide covers everything you need to fully grasp the fundamentals of security analysis. Getting Started in Security Analysis 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, you'll also find special workbook sections that enable you to put your new skills to work. You will find complete details on: 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