Discussion

Research one (1) publicly traded company, which analysts have examined and ranked. (Note: You may use http://biz.yahoo.com/ or another Website.)

Discuss the key factors that generate a strong buy or sell ranking, and explain the primary ways in which an investment rating impacts the price of a company’s stock. Discuss at least three (3) criteria that an analyst may use when classifying a publicly traded company as a strong buy. Indicate the typical criteria that analysts use in rating a company.