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An Abercrombie & Fitch Co. equity research report can include varying levels of detail due to the lack of industry standards regarding proper format. There are numerous examples on the internet for you to view when deciding on how to format your paper. While there is no required length of the analysis, it should be complete; fully representing the required information.

You will be graded on the content and professional presentation of your project. Each section should stand alone in support of the overall analysis. Proper grammar and punctuation are essential.

Listed below are the areas of analysis that are required for your individual project:

1. BASIC INFORMATION • company’s ticker symbol • the primary exchange upon which its shares are traded • the primary sector and industry in which it operates • the current stock price and market capitalization • the target stock price
2. INVESTMENT SUMMARY • brief description of the company • significant recent developments (if applicable) • earnings forecast summary based on part 5 (below) • a valuation summary based on part 4 (below) • the recommended investment action
3. BUSINESS DESCRIPTION • detailed description of the company and its products and services • a discussion of the key drivers of revenues and expenses
4. VALUATION • compute WACC for company, showing all calculations • detailed analysis of the company using absolute valuation model to derive an asset’s intrinsic value (discounted cash flow models)
5. FINANCIAL ANALYSIS • detailed analysis of the company’s historical financial performance • a 3-year forecast of future earnings performance, including forecasted Income Statements.
6. RISK • a detailed discussion of identifiable risks to the company or industry • discuss effects of risk(s) on analysis and valuation
7. APPENDICES Include all pertinent information to support analysis and findings, including (but not limited to): • financial statements • ratios • cited sources