Chapter 6: Analysis of Equity Securities I: Economic and Industry Analysis

In this section

• Economic Analysis
  Learn how macroeconomic forces shape equity valuations, from GDP growth and inflation, to global linkages, policy decisions, leading indicators, and more.
• How Economic Analysis Drives the Development of Investment Strategies
  Explore how macroeconomic insights, sector rotation, and risk management align to strengthen investment strategies in evolving financial markets.
• Economic Forecasts
  Explore the fundamentals of economic forecasting methods, from quantitative models to scenario planning, and learn how analysts leverage these forecasts to inform investment decisions.
• Key Economic Metrics
  Master the essential macroeconomic indicators—GDP growth, inflation, interest rates, and more—to inform your equity investment strategies and strengthen portfolio decisions.
• Industry Analysis
  Explore how to effectively analyze specific industries within broader market sectors, using top-down approaches, Porter’s Five Forces, and KPIs to inform equity selection and portfolio management.