Magic Numbers: The 33 Key Ratios That Every Investor Should Know - Couverture rigide

Temple, P.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0471479241 ISBN 13 : 9780471479246

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2001

Synopsis

This text offers simple explanations on how to calculate and interpret key financial ratios - essential information for the accurate assessment of a company's financial condition and the value of its shares.

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

"Magic Numbers goes straight to the bottom line – it′s a terrific reference for all disciplined investors." ––Mario J Gabelli, Chairman, Gabelli Asset Management Inc.

"A concise compendium of the core tools for financial analysis, some modern, most timeless. The various ratios are brought to life with a series of real world examples. Peter Temple′s book provides a valuable resource for financial analysis, for both the professional investor and the private investor seeking a greater understanding of risk and reward in financial markets." ––Desmond Supple, Head of Research, Asia Barclays Capital

"A clear and concise manual for any budding investor. It will help avoid many of the pitfalls of investing. Each step is clearly laid out with examples and explanations of both the pros and cons of each ratio. Lesson 34 ought to state ′knowledge and practice equals few mistakes.′" ––Markus Rosgen, Chief Asian Strategist, ING Barings Asia

"Magic Numbers has an elegant way of presenting and explaining commonly used financial ratios and numbers derived from company statements and accounts. The exposition is careful and clear. It should serve as a very useful compendium and a quick reference for the serious financial market investor." ––Lim Kian Guan, Professor of Finance, Singapore Management University

Revue de presse

Book of the Week, "...investors online or otherwise who want to develop the skills used by financial analysts, will find it hard to go wrong with Magic Numbers." (Sunday Times, 13 January 2002)

"very good choice.... In just a few pages, each written and laid out with admirable clarity, Temple walks us through...financial measures.... I wish I had this book years ago." (BusinessWeek, February 11, 2002)

"...Magic Numbers elevates itself to more than a mere reference book – it becomes a modern day rallying cry for Enlightenment–style rationalism that would make even David Hume proud." (Portfolio International, February 2002)

"...website...does contain useful downloadable worksheets, calculators and links..." (Gulf Business, April 2002)

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0471479241
• ISBN 13: 9780471479246
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 250
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible