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In Step 5: Prepare a Report, what must a CFA charterholder clearly separate?
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Opinions from facts.
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An equity investor and a credit analyst study the same company. Why will their analysis differ?
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Their objectives differ: valuation versus debt-servicing ability.
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For an equity investor, what core question does financial statement analysis help answer?
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Is the stock fairly valued and what is future earnings power?
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For a credit analyst or lender, what is the main objective of financial statement analysis?
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Assess debt service capacity and solvency.
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