The investment process follows a top-down approach by analyzing the economy and the outlook Specifically, analysis of the national economy. This analysis will enable us to select and analyze a growing industry and then companies in order to select those companies that will offer investments providing satisfactory returns commensurate with risk.
Our interest in this top-down approach for this paper centers upon the first portion of fundamental analysis. Specifically, your second assignment should focus on the following areas:
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS - Briefly examine our country's current and global economic position. (Maximum 2 pages exclusive of any exhibits)
ECONOMIC FORECAST - Present an outlook for our national and global economy; this forecast should be for both the short-term (within 1 year) and long-term (1-3 years). (Maximum 2 pages exclusive of any exhibits)