Participants will learn about the various methods of analyzing firm performance, including using common size financial statements, vertical and horizontal analysis, as well as ratio analysis. Industry-based risk calculations will be discussed, in addition to establishing proper benchmarks. Participants will have the opportunity to apply these concepts through case studies and group exercises.

Key Topics:

• The Capital Structure Decision
• Common-Size Financial Statements
• Horizontal vs. Vertical Analysis
• Ratio Analysis
• Industry-Based Performance Measures and Benchmarking
• Earnings Quality