Click the link above and select a company that begins with the same letter as your last name (e.g., someone with the last
name Henderson could choose Hercules Offshore, Inc.). You can find the list of companies by first clicking on the
“Companies” tab and then the “Companies” tab under “S&P Indices” on the left. Click on the various tabs for your chosen
company, paying particular attention to the “Vital Statistics” section. If you are experiencing difficulty accessing certain
companies, please try the following: Find the company that you desire, click the “Home” tab at the top of the page, and then
use “Simple Search” to access your company’s profile.
In your thread, describe the industry conditions, the financial position of the company (relative to the industry and the
company as a whole), the economic outlook of the company, and why you as a potential investor would or would not invest
in this company. In determining your answer, please be sure to address some of the key financial indicators that helped to
determine your decision to invest or not to invest. Please note that while you are giving your opinion, you should avoid using
first person. Paper must be at least 300 words.
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