Nobody has a crystal ball to tell the future, but a well-thought out pro forma can help you project to the best of your ability and explore different scenarios. A pro forma is simply a financial ...

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Balance sheets are one of three important financial statements all investors should understand. By understanding how to read a balance sheet, you can get valuable insight into a company's financial ...