By understanding these five characteristics of valuation models, we increase the odds that our results are accurate and investment returns are maximized.

With other worldwide markets confirming this strength, we should expect prices to continue higher.

The nuances of GAAP adjustments are so numerous that they are covered by entire books. Instead of going for a comprehensive view, we highlight the five main categories to look for.

Fundamental analysis allows investors to build a safe portfolio for the long haul that can yield very strong returns. Here are 5 reasons why it works so well.

Hoping to help individual investors determine which measurement technique is best for them, we break down the five main ways to measure investment risk.

When examining business risk we focus on four ratios: the debt-to-equity ratio, interest coverage ratio, maximum earnings decline ratio, and the financial leverage ratio.

Using publicly available financial statements we can compare different metrics to determine whether corporate accounting looks weak and a possible scandal lurks.

When examining liquidity we focus on three key ratios: the cash ratio, the quick ratio, and the current ratio. A business with little liquidity cannot survive.