Value-You Academy – Topic 4: Basic Accounting Concepts (Part 2) The Balance Sheet Capitalizing versus Expensing an Item Assets Liabilities Here is a link to the FAST Graphs Value-You Academy Workbook Try FAST Graphs for FREE Today! SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Click here for our Research Articles Disclaimer: The opinions in this document are …
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10 – Investor Psychology – Know Thy Self
Introduction In the long run, earnings determine market price. But in the short run, emotions determine market price. This investor psychology video deals with investor psychology and how biases can impact decisions. A key message is to know the value of what you are investing in and not just the price. However, as the venerable …
9 – The Most Powerful Investing Force On Earth – Part B
Introduction – Investing Urban Legend has it that Albert Einstein called compounding interest the most powerful investing force on earth. Whether Albert Einstein actually said this or not is a subject of considerable debate. Nevertheless, if Elbert Einstein did not say this, we would argue that perhaps he should have. Why? Because every investor should …
8 – The Most Powerful Investing Force On Earth – Part A
Introduction The Most Powerful Investing Force On Earth Introduction Urban Legend has it that Albert Einstein called compounding interest the most powerful force on earth. Whether Albert Einstein actually said this or not is a subject of considerable debate. Nevertheless, if Albert Einstein did not say this, we would argue that perhaps he should have. …
7 – Utilizing Various Valuation Metrics in FAST Graphs to Make Better Investment Decisions
Introduction – Valuation Metrics FAST Graphs is an acronym for Fundamentals Analyzer Software Tool. As such, this powerful stock research tool was designed and created to help investors research stocks deeper and faster. Importantly, FAST Graphs do not attempt to dictate fair value, instead, they are designed to reveal fair value. In this regard, it …
6 – How to Find the Intrinsic Value of a Stock
Earnings Are Optional But Cash Is King In addition to the earnings metrics covered in FAST Graphs Value-You Academy No. 5, subscribers also have access to cash flow and intrinsic value metrics. With this FAST Graphs Value-You Academy installment, Bill Kay will break down and illustrate the differences and how they are generated on the …
5 – The P/E Ratio Demystified
Introduction P/E Ratio The most utilized metric to value a stock is the P/E ratio. In its simplest form, that is simply the price of the stock divided by the earnings-per-share. It is a valuable valuation metric, because in the long run a company’s stock price will correlate with its earnings. But the real question …
4 – Introduction to Understanding Stock Values
Introduction Although we can learn a great deal about stock values from analyzing the past, we can only invest in the future. Therefore, estimating future value is the key to long-term success. However, valuation is a puzzle and by utilizing the many metrics available you can put all the pieces together into a beautiful picture …
3 – Is That A Great Balance Sheet Or What?
Introduction – Balance Sheet Before you ever invest in a stock, you need to know if the company behind the stock is a quality business. A quick and easy way to determine that is to check out the company’s balance sheet. However, how do you know if the company has a good balance sheet or …
2 – How Financial Statements Work Together
Introduction With this FAST Graphs Value-You Academy Introductory Video we will be illustrating how financial statements work together and how companies produce their financial reports. The three primary statements are the balance sheet, the income statement, and the cash flow statement. The video will show how the statements are generated and how they interact. The …