How to Read an Annual Report in 60 minutes

Financial statements are written records that provide a snapshot of the business activities and performance of a company. These statements are often audited by external accountants to ensure accuracy, tax financing and in our case, for investing.

There are 3 sections in a financial statement:

  • Balance sheet
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement.

Anatomy of a financial report

  1. Corporate Info & Structure
  2. Financial Highlights
  3. Directors’ Profile
  4. Chairman Letter to Shareholders
  5. Management Discussion & Analysis
  6. Financial Report
    > Income Statement
    > Balance Sheet
    > Cashflow Statement
  7. Notes to Financial Statements
  8. Statement of Shareholdings
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