Obtain company reports and company financial statements from public sources. LexisNexis and annual reports from corporate Web sites for public companies are sources that may be useful.
Develop common size financial statements and compare them both through time and relative to benchmark companies for the most recent year.
Develop relevant financial ratios for comparison through time and for comparison to benchmark companies-no more than two. Where possible, choose companies of similar size and industry.
Prepare a financial statement analysis with relevant charts, diagrams, and graphics.Present the analysis in a professional manner with persuasive arguments with respect to your major conclusions.