Fundamental Analysis — from zero to confident investor.
152 lessons across 16 modules — stock market basics, financial statements, valuation ratios, DCF modelling, sector analysis, and portfolio building. Work through it in order or jump to any topic.
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Stock Market Basics
10 lessons · 1 hr 55 min
- 01What Is the Stock Market? A Beginner's Guide11 minExplore what is the stock market? a beginner's guide through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 02Stock Market vs Mutual Funds vs Fixed Deposits — Where Should You Invest?13 minExplore stock market vs mutual funds vs fixed deposits through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 03What Is a Share/Stock? Understanding Ownership in a Company12 minExplore what is a share/stock? understanding ownership in a company through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 04Primary Market vs Secondary Market Explained11 minExplore primary market vs secondary market explained through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 05What Is an IPO (Initial Public Offering)?11 minExplore what is an ipo (initial public offering) through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 06How Stock Exchanges Work: NSE, BSE, NYSE, NASDAQ11 minExplore how stock exchanges work: nse, bse, nyse, nasdaq through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 07What Is a Demat Account and Trading Account?11 minExplore what is a demat account and trading account through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 08Types of Investors: Retail, Institutional (FII/DII), Promoters12 minExplore types of investors: retail, institutional (fii/dii), promoters through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 09What Is Market Capitalization? Large Cap, Mid Cap, Small Cap Explained12 minExplore what is market capitalization? large cap, mid cap, small cap explained through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
- 10Bull Market vs Bear Market — What Do They Mean?11 minExplore bull market vs bear market through stock market basics with practical stock research checks.
Introduction to Fundamental Analysis
5 lessons · 59 min
- 11What Is Fundamental Analysis? A Complete Introduction12 minExplore what is fundamental analysis? a complete introduction through introduction to fundamental analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 12Fundamental Analysis vs Technical Analysis — Key Differences12 minExplore fundamental analysis vs technical analysis through introduction to fundamental analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 13Top-Down vs Bottom-Up Approach to Stock Analysis11 minExplore top-down vs bottom-up approach to stock analysis through introduction to fundamental analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 14Qualitative vs Quantitative Analysis in Investing12 minExplore qualitative vs quantitative analysis in investing through introduction to fundamental analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 15Why Fundamental Analysis Matters for Long-Term Investors12 minExplore why fundamental analysis matters for long-term investors through introduction to fundamental analysis with practical stock research checks.
Understanding Financial Statements
17 lessons · 3 hr 21 min
- 16The 3 Financial Statements Every Investor Must Know12 minExplore the 3 financial statements every investor must know through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 17How to Read a Balance Sheet — Beginner's Guide11 minExplore how to read a balance sheet through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 18Assets, Liabilities, and Shareholders' Equity Explained12 minExplore assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity explained through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 19Current Assets vs Fixed Assets — What's the Difference?12 minExplore current assets vs fixed assets through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 20Current Liabilities vs Long-Term Liabilities Explained12 minExplore current liabilities vs long-term liabilities explained through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 21What Is Shareholders' Equity / Net Worth of a Company?12 minExplore what is shareholders' equity / net worth of a company through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 22How to Read an Income Statement (Profit & Loss Statement)12 minExplore how to read an income statement (profit & loss statement) through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 23Revenue, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), and Gross Profit Explained12 minExplore revenue, cost of goods sold (cogs), and gross profit explained through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 24Operating Expenses vs Non-Operating Expenses11 minExplore operating expenses vs non-operating expenses through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 25What Is Net Profit / Net Income?11 minExplore what is net profit / net income through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 26How to Read a Cash Flow Statement11 minExplore how to read a cash flow statement through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 27Operating Activities, Investing Activities, and Financing Activities Explained13 minExplore operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities explained through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 28Why Profit ≠ Cash: Understanding Cash Flow vs Net Income12 minExplore why profit ≠ cash: understanding cash flow vs net income through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 29What Are Notes to Accounts and Why You Should Read Them12 minExplore what are notes to accounts and why you should read them through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 30Annual Report 101: What's Inside and How to Read It12 minExplore annual report 101: what's inside and how to read it through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 31Understanding Quarterly Results (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) — What to Look For12 minExplore understanding quarterly results (q1, q2, q3, q4) through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
- 32Standalone vs Consolidated Financial Statements — What's the Difference?12 minExplore standalone vs consolidated financial statements through understanding financial statements with practical stock research checks.
Key Financial Metrics & Concepts
13 lessons · 2 hr 27 min
- 33What Is EBITDA? A Simple Explanation11 minExplore what is ebitda? a simple explanation through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 34What Is EBIT? EBIT vs EBITDA Explained11 minExplore what is ebit? ebit vs ebitda explained through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 35What Is Net Margin, Operating Margin, and Gross Margin?12 minExplore what is net margin, operating margin, and gross margin through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 36What Is EPS (Earnings Per Share)?11 minExplore what is eps (earnings per share) through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 37Basic EPS vs Diluted EPS — What's the Difference?12 minExplore basic eps vs diluted eps through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 38What Is Book Value and Book Value Per Share?11 minExplore what is book value and book value per share through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 39What Is Free Cash Flow (FCF) and Why It Matters11 minExplore what is free cash flow (fcf) and why it matters through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 40What Is Working Capital and Why It's Important?11 minExplore what is working capital and why it's important through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 41What Is Capital Expenditure (CapEx) vs Operating Expenditure (OpEx)?12 minExplore what is capital expenditure (capex) vs operating expenditure (opex) through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 42Understanding Depreciation and Amortization11 minExplore understanding depreciation and amortization through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 43What Is Goodwill on a Balance Sheet?11 minExplore what is goodwill on a balance sheet through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 44What Is Contingent Liability?11 minExplore what is contingent liability through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
- 45Understanding Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities12 minExplore understanding deferred tax assets and liabilities through key financial metrics & concepts with practical stock research checks.
Valuation Ratios
9 lessons · 1 hr 45 min
- 46What Is PE Ratio (Price-to-Earnings)? Explained With Examples12 minExplore what is pe ratio (price-to-earnings)? explained with examples through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 47Trailing PE vs Forward PE — What's the Difference?12 minExplore trailing pe vs forward pe through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 48What Is a "Good" PE Ratio? Industry Benchmarks11 minExplore what is a "good" pe ratio? industry benchmarks through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 49What Is PEG Ratio and Why It's Better Than PE Alone12 minExplore what is peg ratio and why it's better than pe alone through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 50What Is PB Ratio (Price-to-Book)? When to Use It11 minExplore what is pb ratio (price-to-book)? when to use it through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 51What Is Price-to-Sales (P/S) Ratio?11 minExplore what is price-to-sales (p/s) ratio through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 52What Is EV/EBITDA and Why Professionals Prefer It12 minExplore what is ev/ebitda and why professionals prefer it through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 53What Is Dividend Yield? How to Calculate and Interpret It12 minExplore what is dividend yield? how to calculate and interpret it through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 54Market Cap to GDP Ratio — The "Buffett Indicator" Explained12 minExplore market cap to gdp ratio through valuation ratios with practical stock research checks.
Profitability, Returns & Efficiency Ratios
15 lessons · 2 hr 49 min
- 55What Is ROE (Return on Equity)? Explained With Examples12 minExplore what is roe (return on equity)? explained with examples through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 56What Is ROCE (Return on Capital Employed)?11 minExplore what is roce (return on capital employed) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 57What Is ROA (Return on Assets)?11 minExplore what is roa (return on assets) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 58ROE vs ROCE vs ROA — Which One Should You Use?11 minExplore roe vs roce vs roa through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 59Understanding the DuPont Analysis of ROE11 minExplore understanding the dupont analysis of roe through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 60What Is Operating Profit Margin (OPM)?11 minExplore what is operating profit margin (opm) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 61What Is Current Ratio? Measuring Short-Term Liquidity12 minExplore what is current ratio? measuring short-term liquidity through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 62What Is Quick Ratio (Acid-Test Ratio)?11 minExplore what is quick ratio (acid-test ratio) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 63What Is Debt-to-Equity Ratio and Why It Matters11 minExplore what is debt-to-equity ratio and why it matters through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 64What Is Interest Coverage Ratio?11 minExplore what is interest coverage ratio through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 65What Is Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR)?11 minExplore what is debt service coverage ratio (dscr) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 66Understanding a Company's Credit Rating (AAA, AA, etc.)12 minExplore understanding a company's credit rating (aaa, aa, etc.) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 67What Is Asset Turnover Ratio?11 minExplore what is asset turnover ratio through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 68What Is Inventory Turnover Ratio?11 minExplore what is inventory turnover ratio through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
- 69What Is Receivables Turnover Ratio / Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)?12 minExplore what is receivables turnover ratio / days sales outstanding (dso) through profitability, returns & efficiency ratios with practical stock research checks.
Corporate Governance & Red Flags
7 lessons · 1 hr 23 min
- 80How to Read Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A)12 minExplore how to read management discussion & analysis (md&a) through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 81What Are Auditor's Reports and Auditor Qualifications?12 minExplore what are auditor's reports and auditor qualifications through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 82Understanding Related Party Transactions11 minExplore understanding related party transactions through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 83How to Read Investor Presentations and Earnings Call Transcripts12 minExplore how to read investor presentations and earnings call transcripts through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 84Red Flags in Corporate Governance — What to Watch For12 minExplore red flags in corporate governance through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 85How to Spot Accounting Red Flags and Financial Statement Manipulation12 minExplore how to spot accounting red flags and financial statement manipulation through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
- 86Understanding Credit Rating Downgrades and What They Signal12 minExplore understanding credit rating downgrades and what they signal through corporate governance & red flags with practical stock research checks.
Business & Industry Analysis
7 lessons · 1 hr 23 min
- 87How to Do Industry Analysis Before Picking a Stock12 minExplore how to do industry analysis before picking a stock through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 88Porter's Five Forces Model Explained for Stock Analysis12 minExplore porter's five forces model explained for stock analysis through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 89What Is a Economic Moat? Identifying Competitive Advantage12 minExplore what is a economic moat? identifying competitive advantage through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 90Cyclical vs Defensive Sectors — What's the Difference?12 minExplore cyclical vs defensive sectors through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 91Understanding Business Models: Asset-Light vs Asset-Heavy12 minExplore understanding business models: asset-light vs asset-heavy through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 92How to Compare Peer Companies in the Same Sector11 minExplore how to compare peer companies in the same sector through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 93What Is Market Share and Why It Matters for Valuation12 minExplore what is market share and why it matters for valuation through business & industry analysis with practical stock research checks.
Macroeconomics & Markets
9 lessons · 1 hr 46 min
- 94How GDP Growth Affects Stock Markets11 minExplore how gdp growth affects stock markets through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 95Understanding Inflation (CPI, WPI) and Its Impact on Stocks12 minExplore understanding inflation (cpi, wpi) and its impact on stocks through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 96What Is Repo Rate and How It Affects Markets11 minExplore what is repo rate and how it affects markets through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 97How Interest Rate Changes Impact Different Sectors12 minExplore how interest rate changes impact different sectors through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 98Understanding Fiscal Deficit and Its Market Impact12 minExplore understanding fiscal deficit and its market impact through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 99What Is Currency Depreciation and How It Affects Companies12 minExplore what is currency depreciation and how it affects companies through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 100Understanding Global Cues: US Fed Policy, Crude Oil, and Indian Markets12 minExplore understanding global cues: us fed policy, crude oil, and indian markets through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 101Business Cycles Explained: Expansion, Peak, Recession, Recovery12 minExplore business cycles explained: expansion, peak, recession, recovery through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
- 102Leading, Lagging, and Coincident Economic Indicators12 minExplore leading, lagging, and coincident economic indicators through macroeconomics & markets with practical stock research checks.
Stock Valuation (Intrinsic Value & DCF)
12 lessons · 2 hr 18 min
- 103Introduction to Stock Valuation: Why It's Important12 minExplore introduction to stock valuation: why it's important through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 104What Is Intrinsic Value of a Stock?11 minExplore what is intrinsic value of a stock through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 105Relative Valuation vs Absolute Valuation Explained12 minExplore relative valuation vs absolute valuation explained through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 106How to Value a Stock Using PE Ratio Method11 minExplore how to value a stock using pe ratio method through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 107How to Use Comparable Company Analysis (Comps)11 minExplore how to use comparable company analysis (comps) through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 108What Is DCF (Discounted Cash Flow) Valuation? Step-by-Step Guide12 minExplore what is dcf (discounted cash flow) valuation? step-by-step guide through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 109Understanding WACC (Weighted Average Cost of Capital)12 minExplore understanding wacc (weighted average cost of capital) through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 110How to Calculate Terminal Value in DCF11 minExplore how to calculate terminal value in dcf through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 111Sensitivity Analysis in DCF Valuation11 minExplore sensitivity analysis in dcf valuation through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 112Dividend Discount Model (DDM) Explained11 minExplore dividend discount model (ddm) explained through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 113Sum-of-the-Parts (SOTP) Valuation for Diversified Companies12 minExplore sum-of-the-parts (sotp) valuation for diversified companies through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
- 114Common Mistakes in DCF Valuation and How to Avoid Them12 minExplore common mistakes in dcf valuation and how to avoid them through stock valuation (intrinsic value & dcf) with practical stock research checks.
Sector-Specific Analysis
8 lessons · 1 hr 35 min
- 115How to Analyze Banking Stocks: NPA, CASA, NIM Explained12 minExplore how to analyze banking stocks: npa, casa, nim explained through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 116How to Analyze IT Sector Stocks: Key Metrics to Track12 minExplore how to analyze it sector stocks: key metrics to track through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 117How to Analyze FMCG Companies: Volume Growth & Distribution12 minExplore how to analyze fmcg companies: volume growth & distribution through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 118How to Analyze Pharma Companies: R&D Pipeline & USFDA Approvals12 minExplore how to analyze pharma companies: r&d pipeline & usfda approvals through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 119How to Analyze Real Estate Companies: Key Metrics12 minExplore how to analyze real estate companies: key metrics through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 120How to Analyze Infrastructure & Capital Goods Companies12 minExplore how to analyze infrastructure & capital goods companies through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 121How to Analyze Auto Sector Stocks: Key Drivers11 minExplore how to analyze auto sector stocks: key drivers through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
- 122How to Analyze Insurance Companies: EV, VNB Margin Explained12 minExplore how to analyze insurance companies: ev, vnb margin explained through sector-specific analysis with practical stock research checks.
Earnings & Forecasting
8 lessons · 1 hr 35 min
- 123How to Analyze Quarterly Results Like a Professional12 minExplore how to analyze quarterly results like a professional through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 124Understanding Analyst Estimates and Consensus Forecasts12 minExplore understanding analyst estimates and consensus forecasts through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 125What Is Earnings Guidance and Why It Moves Stock Prices12 minExplore what is earnings guidance and why it moves stock prices through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 126How to Read Between the Lines of Earnings Call Commentary12 minExplore how to read between the lines of earnings call commentary through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 127Understanding Market Forecasting: Is It Really Possible?12 minExplore understanding market forecasting: is it really possible through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 128Leading Indicators to Predict Next Quarter's Earnings12 minExplore leading indicators to predict next quarter's earnings through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 129How to Build a Simple Earnings Forecast Model11 minExplore how to build a simple earnings forecast model through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
- 130Understanding Order Book, Revenue Visibility, and Growth Pipeline12 minExplore understanding order book, revenue visibility, and growth pipeline through earnings & forecasting with practical stock research checks.
Portfolio Building & Investing Frameworks
7 lessons · 1 hr 22 min
- 131How to Build a Long-Term Investment Portfolio Using Fundamental Analysis12 minExplore how to build a long-term investment portfolio using fundamental analysis through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 132Diversification: How Many Stocks Should You Own?11 minExplore diversification: how many stocks should you own through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 133Value Investing vs Growth Investing — What's the Difference?12 minExplore value investing vs growth investing through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 134Understanding Margin of Safety (Benjamin Graham's Concept)12 minExplore understanding margin of safety (benjamin graham's concept) through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 135How to Screen Stocks Using Fundamental Filters11 minExplore how to screen stocks using fundamental filters through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 136Building a Watchlist: Criteria for Shortlisting Stocks12 minExplore building a watchlist: criteria for shortlisting stocks through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
- 137When to Buy, Hold, or Sell a Stock — A Fundamental Framework12 minExplore when to buy, hold, or sell a stock through portfolio building & investing frameworks with practical stock research checks.
Risk, Biases & Pitfalls
6 lessons · 1 hr 11 min
- 138Common Behavioral Biases That Hurt Fundamental Investors12 minExplore common behavioral biases that hurt fundamental investors through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
- 139Common Mistakes Beginners Make in Fundamental Analysis12 minExplore common mistakes beginners make in fundamental analysis through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
- 140How to Identify Value Traps11 minExplore how to identify value traps through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
- 141Understanding Ponzi-like Financial Structures in Listed Companies12 minExplore understanding ponzi-like financial structures in listed companies through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
- 142Case Studies: Companies That Collapsed Despite "Good" Ratios12 minExplore case studies: companies that collapsed despite "good" ratios through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
- 143How Macro Risks (War, Pandemic, Policy Change) Affect Fundamentals12 minExplore how macro risks (war, pandemic, policy change) affect fundamentals through risk, biases & pitfalls with practical stock research checks.
Case Studies & Resources
9 lessons · 1 hr 48 min
- 144Case Study: Complete Fundamental Analysis of a Large-Cap Company12 minExplore case study: complete fundamental analysis of a large-cap company through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 145Case Study: Complete Fundamental Analysis of a Mid-Cap Growth Stock12 minExplore case study: complete fundamental analysis of a mid-cap growth stock through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 146Case Study: Spotting Red Flags in a Real Company's Balance Sheet12 minExplore case study: spotting red flags in a real company's balance sheet through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 147Case Study: Valuing a Company Using DCF (Real Example)12 minExplore case study: valuing a company using dcf (real example) through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 148Building Your Own Fundamental Analysis Checklist Template12 minExplore building your own fundamental analysis checklist template through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 149Best Books on Fundamental Analysis (Beginner to Advanced)12 minExplore best books on fundamental analysis (beginner to advanced) through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 150Best Free Tools and Websites for Fundamental Analysis12 minExplore best free tools and websites for fundamental analysis through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 151How to Keep Learning: Building a Habit of Reading Annual Reports12 minExplore how to keep learning: building a habit of reading annual reports through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.
- 152Final Exam / Capstone Project: Analyze a Company End-to-End12 minExplore final exam / capstone project: analyze a company end-to-end through case studies & resources with practical stock research checks.