Series:

CFA Institute Investment

7 primary works • 19 total works

Book 13

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Written with both the established and aspiring financial professional in mind, this book will help you understand the mechanics of the accounting process, which is the foundation for financial reporting; comprehend the differences and similarities in income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements around the globe; and assess the implications for securities valuation of any financial statement element or transaction. Along the way, you'll also discover how different financial analysis techniques-such as ratio analysis and common-size financial statements-can provide valuable clues into a company's operations and risk characteristics.

Book 23

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To enhance your understanding of the tools and techniques presented in International Financial Statement Analysis, pick up the International Financial Statement Analysis Workbook. This companion study guide contains carefully constructed problems with detailed solutions as well as concise learning outcome statements and summary chapter overviews. With this Workbook, you can test your understanding of the many issues associated with this discipline, before putting them to use in real-world situations. If you intend on acquiring a practical mastery of international financial statement analysis, this informative guide can help you succeed.

Book 27

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Navigate equity investments and asset valuation with confidence

Equity Asset Valuation, Third Edition blends theory and practice to paint an accurate, informative picture of the equity asset world. The most comprehensive resource on the market, this text supplements your studies for the third step in the three-level CFA certification program by integrating both accounting and finance concepts to explore a collection of valuation models and challenge you to determine which models are most appropriate for certain companies and circumstances. Detailed learning outcome statements help you navigate your way through the content, which covers a wide range of topics, including how an analyst approaches the equity valuation process, the basic DDM, the derivation of the required rate of return within the context of Markowitz and Sharpe's modern portfolio theory, and more.

Equity investments encompass the buying and holding of shares of stock in the anticipation of collecting income from dividends and capital gains. Determining which shares will be profitable is key, and an array of valuation techniques is applied on today's market to decide which stocks are ripe for investment and which are best left out of your portfolio.

  • Access the most comprehensive equity asset valuation text on the market
  • Leverage detailed learning outcome statements that focus your attention on key concepts, and guide you in applying the material accurately and effectively
  • Explore a wide range of essential topics, such as the free cash flow approach, valuation using Graham and Dodd type concepts of earning power, associated market multiples, and residual income models
  • Improve your study efforts by leveraging the text during your CFA certification program prep

Equity Asset Valuation, Third Edition is a comprehensive, updated text that guides you through the information you need to know to fully understand the general analysis of equity investments.

Book 28

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Mainstay reference guide for wealth management, newly updated for today's investment landscape For over a decade, The New Wealth Management: The Financial Advisor's Guide to Managing and Investing Client Assets has provided financial planners with detailed, step-by-step guidance on developing an optimal asset allocation policy for their clients. And, it did so without resorting to simplistic model portfolios, such as lifecycle models or black box solutions. Today, while The New Wealth Management still provides a thorough background on investment theories, and includes many ready to use client presentations and questionnaires, the guide is newly updated to meet twenty-first century investment challenges. The book * Includes expert updates from Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, in addition to the core text of 1997's first edition endorsed by investment luminaries Charles Schwab and John Bogle * Presents an approach that places achieving client objectives ahead of investment vehicles * Applicable for self-study or classroom use Now, as in 1997, The New Wealth Management effectively blends investment theory and real world applications.
And in today's new investment landscaped, this update to the classic reference is more important than ever.

Book 37

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A comprehensive guide to investment analysis and portfolio management by an expert team from the CFA Institute

In a world of specialization, no other profession likely requires such broad, yet in-depth knowledge than that of financial analyst. Financial analysts must not only possess a broad understanding of the financial markets-including structure, organization, efficiency, portfolio management, risk and return, and planning and construction-but they must also have a strong sense of how to evaluate industries and companies prior to engaging in an analysis of a specific stock. Investments: Principles of Portfolio and Equity Analysis provides the broad-based knowledge professionals and students of the markets need to manage money and maximize return. The book

  • Details market structure and functions, market anomalies, secondary market basics, and regulation
  • Describes investment assets and asset classes, types of positions and orders, as well as forecasting methodologies
  • Discusses return and risk characteristics, portfolio diversification and management, the basics of both technical analysis and major technical indicators, and much more
  • A companion Workbook, which includes learning outcomes, summary overviews, and problems and solutions sections is available and sold separately

Investments provides readers unparalleled access to the best in professional quality information on investment analysis and portfolio management.

Book 38

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Companion workbook to the CFA Institute's Investments: Principles of Portfolio and Equity Analysis Workbook In a world of specialization, no other profession likely requires such broad, yet in-depth knowledge than that of financial analyst. Investments: Principles of Portfolio and Equity Analysis provides the broad-based knowledge professionals and students of the markets need to manage money and maximize return. This companion Workbook, also edited by experts from the CFA Institute, allows busy professionals to gain a stronger understanding of core investment topics. The Workbook * Includes learning outcomes, summaries, and problems and solutions sections for each chapter in the main book * Blends theory and practice * Provides access to the highest quality information on investment analysis and portfolio management With Investments: Analysis and Portfolio Management Workbook, busy professionals can reinforce what they've learned in reading Investments, while doing so at their own pace.

Book 121

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A companion workbook for the Second Edition of Equity Asset Valuation In the Second Edition of Equity Asset Valuation, experts Jerald Pinto, Elaine Henry, Thomas Robinson, and John Stowe, fully detail the contemporary techniques used to determine the intrinsic value of an equity security, and show you how to successfully apply these techniques in both foreign and domestic markets. In the Second Edition of the Equity Asset Valuation Workbook, they offer you a wealth of practical information and exercises that will further enhance your understanding of this discipline. This detailed study guide-which parallels the Second Edition of Equity Asset Valuation chapter by chapter-contains concise summary overviews of the chapters, challenging problems, and a complete set of solutions.
An all-inclusive study companion to the Second Edition of Equity Asset Valuation Topics covered include the equity valuation process, discounted dividend valuation, free cash flow valuation, and residual income valuation Challenges readers with question/answer sections for each chapter in the main book Engaging and accessible, the Second Edition of the Equity Asset Valuation Workbook reviews essential concepts you must be familiar with in order to excel at this endeavor.

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Deepen your practical understanding of equity investment analysis and valuation Equity Asset Valuation, Third Edition is a complete guide to valuation theory and practice, giving you the best and most comprehensive information on equity investments. Written by a team of experts and published with the CFA, this book is an ideal supplementary text for the Level 3 CFA certification program. This new third edition has been completely revised and updated to align with current regulations and practices, with illustrative in-chapter problems, extensive end-of-chapter questions, and problems with complete solutions. Merging accounting and finance delivers a full range of valuation models, and challenges you to determine which models are appropriate for specific situations. Coverage includes the basic DDM, Markowitz and Sharpe's modern portfolio theory, Graham and Dodd valuation concepts, and more including full guidance toward multiple approaches. The workbook provides additional practice, with summaries and questions and answers for each chapter, giving you the hands-on opportunity to reinforce your understanding.
Investors use a range of fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and other valuation techniques to estimate the most positive and profitable shares to invest in. This set provides comprehensive instruction alongside plenty of practice to help you fully understand how and when to apply each technique. * Understand the equity valuation process * Derive the required rate of return * Integrate earning power and market multiples * Learn multiple approaches to various valuation methods Valuation is necessarily a complex topic, and an even more complex process. When the stakes are high, you need to be able to choose the right tool for the job. The Equity Asset Valuation, Third Edition provides the most comprehensive information, with useful, practical reinforcement.

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Fixed Income Analysis Workbook helps busy professionals better understand and apply the concepts and methodologies essential to fixed income portfolio management. A companion to the Fixed Income Analysis text, this helpful workbook offers learning objectives, chapter summaries, and practice problems that reinforce the practitioner-oriented material to give readers the confidence they need before applying these concepts to real cases. Readers will test their understanding of the metrics, methods, and mechanics associated with fixed income portfolios, and make use of the tools and techniques described in the text.

  • Work topic-specific practice problems to facilitate intuitive understanding
  • Review each topic quickly using clear chapter summaries
  • Understand each chapter's objective to avoid missing key information
  • Practice important methods and techniques before applying them in the real world

For a more solid understanding of fixed income portfolio management, Fixed Income Analysis Workbook is a complete, practical resource.

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The essential guide to fixed income portfolio management, from the experts at CFA

Fixed Income Analysis is a new edition of Frank Fabozzi's Fixed Income Analysis, Second Edition that provides authoritative and up-to-date coverage of how investment professionals analyze and manage fixed income portfolios. With detailed information from CFA Institute, this guide contains comprehensive, example-driven presentations of all essential topics in the field to provide value for self-study, general reference, and classroom use. Readers are first introduced to the fundamental concepts of fixed income before continuing on to analysis of risk, asset-backed securities, term structure analysis, and a general framework for valuation that assumes no prior relevant background. The final section of the book consists of three readings that build the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage fixed income portfolios, giving readers a real-world understanding of how the concepts discussed are practically applied in client-based scenarios.

Part of the CFA Institute Investment series, this book provides a thorough exploration of fixed income analysis, clearly presented by experts in the field. Readers gain critical knowledge of underlying concepts, and gain the skills they need to translate theory into practice.

  • Understand fixed income securities, markets, and valuation
  • Master risk analysis and general valuation of fixed income securities
  • Learn how fixed income securities are backed by pools of assets
  • Explore the relationships between bond yields of different maturities

Investment analysts, portfolio managers, individual and institutional investors and their advisors, and anyone with an interest in fixed income markets will appreciate this access to the best in professional quality information. For a deeper understanding of fixed income portfolio management practices, Fixed Income Analysis is a complete, essential resource.

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Derivatives Workbook

by Wendy L. Pirie

Published 20 March 2017
Apply practical derivatives knowledge to truly test your understanding

Derivatives Workbook offers practical instruction for students and professionals seeking additional guidance on working with derivatives instruments. Created by CFA Institute as a companion to the comprehensive Derivatives text, this book helps you practice using what you've learned through problems that mimic real-world scenarios. Working with different derivatives instruments helps you gauge how well you understand the instruments' characteristics, both shared and unique; this intimate knowledge is essential to effective portfolio management, and this book provides an expertly-designed, low-stakes environment ideal for self-assessment.

Derivatives—financial instruments that derive their value from the value of some underlying asset—have become increasingly important for effective risk management, and fundamental for creating synthetic exposures to asset classes. Whether you're a student aspiring to a career in finance, or a professional seeking a stronger skill set, this workbook is an invaluable tool for simulating the use of derivatives in everyday practice.

  • Work more effectively with different types of derivative instruments
  • Master the valuation of forward, future, options, and swap contracts
  • Utilize options for risk management and portfolio optimization
  • Explore the practical aspects of working within the derivatives markets

As in other security markets, arbitrage and market efficiency play a critical role in derivative pricing. The experts at CFA Institute recognize the need for realistic, practical derivatives training that translates well into real-world practice; this workbook fills the gap with a wealth of practice problems that have value to both aspiring and practicing investment professionals. Derivatives Workbook provides authoritative training and comprehensive practical instruction on derivative instruments, their markets, and valuation.

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The economics background investors need to interpret global economic news distilled to the essential elements: A tool of choice for investment decision-makers.  

Written by a distinguished academics and practitioners selected and guided by CFA Institute, the world’s largest association of finance professionals, Economics for Investment Decision Makers is unique in presenting microeconomics and macroeconomics with relevance to investors and investment analysts constantly in mind.   The selection of fundamental topics is comprehensive, while coverage of topics such as international trade, foreign exchange markets, and currency exchange rate forecasting reflects global perspectives of pressing investor importance. 

  • Concise, plain-English introduction useful to investors and investment analysts
  • Relevant to security analysis, industry analysis, country analysis, portfolio management, and capital market strategy
  • Understand economic news and what it means
  • All concepts defined and simply explained, no prior background in economics assumed
  • Abundant examples and illustrations
  • Global markets perspective

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Written with both the established and aspiring financial professional in mind, this book will help you understand the mechanics of the accounting process, which is the foundation for financial reporting; comprehend the differences and similarities in income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements around the globe; and assess the implications for securities valuation of any financial statement element or transaction. Along the way, you'll also discover how different financial analysis techniques--such as ratio analysis and common-size financial statements--can provide valuable clues into a company's operations and risk characteristics.

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The complete guide to derivatives, from the experts at the CFA This set includes both Derivatives and its accompanying workbook. Derivatives is the definitive guide to derivatives, derivative markets, and the use of options in risk management. Written by the experts at the CFA Institute, this book provides authoritative reference for students and investment professionals seeking a deeper understanding for more comprehensive portfolio management. General discussion of the types of derivatives and their characteristics gives way to detailed examination of each market and its contracts, including forwards, futures, options, and swaps, followed by a look at credit derivatives markets and their instruments. Included lecture slides help bring this book directly into the classroom, while the companion workbook (sold separately) provides problems and solutions that align with the text and allows students to test their understanding while facilitating deeper internalization of the material. Derivatives have become essential to effective financial risk management, and create synthetic exposure to asset classes.
This book builds a conceptual framework for understanding derivative fundamentals, with systematic coverage and detailed explanations. * Understand the different types of derivatives and their characteristics * Delve into the various markets and their associated contracts * Examine the use of derivatives in portfolio management * Learn why derivatives are increasingly fundamental to risk management The CFA Institute is the world's premier association for investment professionals, and the governing body for the CFA, CIPM, and Investment Foundations Programs. Those seeking a deeper understanding of the markets, mechanisms, and use of derivatives will value the level of expertise CFA lends to the discussion, providing a clear, comprehensive resource for students and professionals alike. Whether used alone or in conjunction with the companion workbook, Derivatives offers a complete course in derivatives and their markets.

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A comprehensive guide to investment analysis and portfolio management by an expert team from the CFA Institute

In a world of specialization, no other profession likely requires such broad, yet in-depth knowledge than that of financial analyst. Financial analysts must not only possess a broad understanding of the financial markets-including structure, organization, efficiency, portfolio management, risk and return, and planning and construction-but they must also have a strong sense of how to evaluate industries and companies prior to engaging in an analysis of a specific stock. Investments: Principles of Portfolio and Equity Analysis provides the broad-based knowledge professionals and students of the markets need to manage money and maximize return. The book

  • Details market structure and functions, market anomalies, secondary market basics, and regulation
  • Describes investment assets and asset classes, types of positions and orders, as well as forecasting methodologies
  • Discusses return and risk characteristics, portfolio diversification and management, the basics of both technical analysis and major technical indicators, and much more
  • A companion Workbook, which includes learning outcomes, summary overviews, and problems and solutions sections is available and sold separately

Investments provides readers unparalleled access to the best in professional quality information on investment analysis and portfolio management.

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