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Fundamentals of Equities

In this course, will look at industries and economic sectors that neatly define an economy. We will also introduce you to fundamental concepts involved in a company’s annual statements such as balance sheets, cash flows and its income statement, plus explore popular fundamental values used to filter vast amounts of corporate stocks. And finally, we’ll examine mutual funds and ETFs as alternatives to individual stocks for investing. To facilitate a comprehensive understanding of essential concepts discussed, this course includes a series of practical examples, quizzes, reading materials and a final course project.

Status: Financial Analysis
Status: Income Statement
BeginnerCourse12 hours

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JH

5.0Reviewed Nov 19, 2021

Great refresher for me. I completed my finance MBA over 14 years ago and had forgotten much of it. This course helped me regain much lost knowledge

DV

5.0Reviewed Oct 3, 2022

G​reat course, lots of support material to help you learn is provided.

BB

4.0Reviewed Sep 25, 2023

I would give 80-85/100 rating. The course is complete while more detailed information is still needed.

AP

5.0Reviewed Aug 12, 2022

Best Course i have learned in my career which provides knowledge skills and fundamentals concepts explained in a good manner

AA

5.0Reviewed Feb 13, 2023

very clear and gave the right base to start to understand investments, trading, and base of finance! Absolutly suggested !TOP

LG

5.0Reviewed Oct 11, 2022

G​reat course for beginners. Simple explanations and presentations. Highly recommend.

AL

4.0Reviewed Sep 8, 2024

Good introduction to equities; but unfortunately doesn't cover valuation methods like P/E ratios and DCF.

EM

4.0Reviewed Sep 3, 2022

With this course, I now know how to integrate and navigate the money markets. Thanks, COURSERA.

MR

5.0Reviewed Apr 19, 2022

Great fast course on your own time with very dedidcated instructors. 100 % the best

JN

4.0Reviewed Jan 1, 2023

Really the fundamentals but with interesting deep-dives, too.

DW

5.0Reviewed Feb 19, 2022

Really great introductory course from someone who does not have a Finance background!

AN

5.0Reviewed Jul 1, 2021

Such a great course! I'm looking forward to revisions and pursuing new courses related to this topic.

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