Part 2
Write a five- to seven-page comparative financial statement analysis of the three companies listed below, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the UAGC Writing Center. In this analysis, you will discuss the financial health of these companies with the ultimate goal of making a recommendation to other investors. Your paper should consist of the following sections: Company Overview, Comparison of Accounting Methods, Ratio Analysis, Final Recommendation, Conclusions. You will also submit an appendix as a separate document. Additional research may be necessary to provide company background information, or to support your analysis and recommendations. Your paper needs to include a minimum of two scholarly, peer-reviewed, and/or credible resources in addition to the textbook as references.
Download the Form 10-K for each company.
Here is a breakdown of the sections within the body of the assignment (Use paragraph headings to indicate each section):
Company Overview
Provide a brief overview of the three companies (at least two pages). What industry is it in? What are its main products or services? Who are its competitors? Where is the company located?
Ratio Analysis
Comparison of Accounting Methods
In your paper, ascertain from the notes of the financial statements the following:
Recommendation
Based on your analysis, would you recommend an individual invest in these companies? What strengths do you see? What risks do you see? It is perfectly acceptable to state that you would recommend avoiding this company, as long as you provide support for your position.
Conclusions
Include an appendix in a separate document. The appendix must include screenshots of the financial statements and information obtained for the receivables, intangible assets, depreciation, and inventory. You can get help with creating an appendix in APA format by using the UAGC Writing Center’s guide, Tables, Images, & Appendices Links to an external site..
The Financial Statement Analysis Final Paper
For further assistance with the formatting and the title page, refer to APA Formatting for Word 2013 Links to an external site..
Carefully review the Grading Rubric Links to an external site.for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.