Posts by Andrew Stotz
VMC: Mistake #3 – Growing Fixed Assets Slower than Revenue
When forecasting, a good rule of thumb is that fixed asset growth should roughly match revenue. We know that investment and fixed assets are generally lumpy. Read more here on how to avoid the common valuation mistake #3 here…
Read MoreVMC: One of the Biggest Influences on Your CFA Score: Personality
While becoming a CFA Charterholder is a fantastic honor, before you commit to spending all of your free time on studying, make sure that you have the determination to succeed.
Read MoreDividends Contributed Half the Return in Taiwan Since 2000
Chart of the Day: Dividend yield has consistently contributed to return in Taiwan. US$100 invested at year-end 2000 would have grown to US$314 and dividends contributed 50% of that gain.
Read MoreVMC: Mistake #2: Underestimating Expenses Causing Unrealistic Profit Forecasts
For additional growth, a company needs to invest more than just maintenance Capex. While growth Capex has much more volatility, it is essentially the key to the future success of a company. Discover how to avoid confusing the two here.
Read MoreVMC: Improve Your CFA Exam Score
Just because you know that the CFA exam is going to be tough, that doesn’t mean there aren’t tips you can implement to help boost your chances of improving your CFA score. Read them here.
Read MoreVMC: #1 of the Top 9 Valuation Mistakes
The start of a series on the Top 9 Valuation Mistakes which covers overly optimistic revenue forecasts. Discover how you can avoid them all in your career!
Read MoreVMC: What to Expect on the CFA Level 3 Exam
Preparation is the key to success, so review what to expect ahead of you on the CFA exam level 3
Read MoreInvest at Market Peaks in Asia and It Could Take a Decade to Recover
Chart of the Day: Imagine you managed to invest in Asia ex Japan at an absolute market peak. How long would it take until your initial investment would be recovered?
Read MoreVMC: Questions to Expect in a Case Competition
Read the first part in a series about the questions you should expect as a participant in such case competitions. Get prepped today!
Read MoreVMC: Your CFA Result Is Void: How Not to Fail
Don’t put in all those hours of studying and revision to fail on an exam technicality! Discover how not to fail the CFA exams with Andrew Stotz.
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