1. RESEARCH PROJECT Choose partner/company by next week! Briefly describe company, products, etc. Analyze from lender/investor perspective. Conclude would you lend/invest in firm. Discuss firm’s basic strategy Do complete ratio analysis; explain what each ratio means; compare to industry or major competitors; look at trends.

2. RESEARCH PROJECT Comment on strengths and weaknesses (SWOT analysis) Cross reference data to financial statements Look at unusual variances, line items on the financial statements – explain Ask / answer WHY repeatedly

3. RESEARCH PROJECT Paper should be 10 to 15 pages, doubled spaced. Calculate ratios on a separate page and attach Attach only the four basic financial statements, not the entire annual report Attach a bibliography Due November 9th or before