International Financial Statement Analysis

by Thomas R. Robinson

Better analysis for more accurate international financial valuation International Financial Statement Analysis, 4th Edition provides the most up-to-date detail for the successful assessment of company performance and financial position regardless of country of origin. The seasoned experts at the CFA Institute offer readers a rich, clear reference, covering all aspects from financial reporting mechanics and standards to understanding income and balance sheets. Comprehensive guidance toward effective analysis techniques helps readers make real-world use of the knowledge presented, with this new third edition containing the most current standards and methods for the post-crisis world. Coverage includes the complete statement analysis process, plus information on income tax accounting, employee compensation, and the impact of foreign exchange rates on the statements of multinational corporations.

Genres: Finance

1008 pages, Hardcover

First published July 15, 2008

About the author

Thomas R. Robinson is managing director of the Americas at CFA Institute - leading a cross-functional team which participates in developing global strategy, implementing the global strategy regionally and engaging with stakeholders regionally. Previously Tom served as managing director of education at CFA Institute providing vision and leadership for a 100-member global team producing and delivering educational content for candidates, members, and other investment professionals Prior to joining CFA Institute Tom had a 25 year career in financial services and education having served as a tenured faculty member at the University of Miami, managing director of a private wealth investment advisory firm and director of tax and consulting services at a public accounting firm. Tom has published regularly in professional journals and has authored or co-authored many books on financial analysis, valuation and wealth management. Tom is a CFA charterholder, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Ohio), a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA). He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, and a master's and doctorate from Case Western Reserve University.