Download or read book The Stock Investor's Pocket Calculator written by Michael C. Thomsett and published by Amacom Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every stock market investor needs to be able to calculate value, profits, and cash flow in order to make basic decisions like whether to buy, hold, or sell. But it's easy to get intimidated by all the ratios and formulas, especially when incorrect calculations can lead to costly investment mistakes. he Stock Investor's Pocket Calculator simplifies the math behind successful equity investing. Containing over 100 ratios and formulas, the book translates them into plain English, breaks them down into simple steps, and places them side-by-side with practical examples. Readers will learn how to: * judge portfolio value * assess corporate strength or weakness (both cash flow and profitability) * follow revenue and earnings trends * and more. Filled with worksheets, checklists, visual aids, and examples, this is a must-have guide for anyone investing in the stock market.