1. Analyze each company’s history, product / services, major
customers, major suppliers, and leadership and provide a synopsis of
each company.
2. Based on the stock price for the timeline listed below, present a
graph that illustrates the stock price of each company. Indicate
conclusions that can be drawn based on the trend:
a. The day of its initial public offering
b. January 1, 2012
c. January 1, 2011
d. January 1, 2010
3. Research and summarize at least two (2) news events (this may
include mergers, acquisitions, or political issues) that occurred from
2010 to the present day and the potential impact on the stock price of
each company. Indicate how this influences your investment decision
related to the company.
4. Provide an overall financial analysis for each company that
highlights the key characteristics for investment and how this may
impact an investor’s decision.
5. Based on your review of the financial data for each company,
indicate the accuracy and reliability of the data for making investment
decision. Provide support for your conclusion.
6. Recommend which company you consider as the better
investment for your client and how you will present your
recommendation. Support your recommendation with data from your
analysis.