Ratio Analysis: Finding The Data
Before we delve into the different ratios and how they work, let's briefly discuss where you can find the data for each ratio.
The first step in ratio analysis is to find the data. For the 19 ratios we will be taking you through we will be using a fictitious company, Cory's Tequila Co. All the data for these examples will be provided, but when you decide to do this on your own there are several different areas where you can find the latest financial figures for a particular company. Finding financial reports is easier than ever thanks to the Internet, here are some sources:
These are by no means the only places to find the financial statements, there are countless free and pay sites out there offering similar features. Now let's move onto the meat of this tutorial: the ratios.
The first step in ratio analysis is to find the data. For the 19 ratios we will be taking you through we will be using a fictitious company, Cory's Tequila Co. All the data for these examples will be provided, but when you decide to do this on your own there are several different areas where you can find the latest financial figures for a particular company. Finding financial reports is easier than ever thanks to the Internet, here are some sources:
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These are by no means the only places to find the financial statements, there are countless free and pay sites out there offering similar features. Now let's move onto the meat of this tutorial: the ratios.
Next: Ratio Analysis: Using Financial Ratios »
Table of Contents
- Ratio Analysis: Introduction
- Ratio Analysis: Finding The Data
- Ratio Analysis: Using Financial Ratios
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