It is imperative for business owners to understand the financial health  of their businesses in order to make informed decisions. Financial analysis is a crucial tool that offers insights into performance and highlights potential risks. Since every business faces risks, financial analysis allows identification of potential risks and vulnerabilities in businesses’ financial performance which can be proactively addressed, to mitigate their impact and protect businesses from financial setbacks. Conducting a financial analysis enables businesses benchmarking against industry standards and competitors, an exercise that can highlight areas where the business may be drifting or excelling thus enabling shift in strategies to better compete in the marketplace. In addition, businesses seeking loans or attracting investors, many times are required to provide complete financial analysis. Financial analysis is a key component of financial planning and forecasting.  By examining historical financial data, one can identify trends and patterns that can inform your future. This financial analysis course is perfect for any aspiring financial analyst working in investment banking, financial planning and analysis, equity research, corporate development, and other areas of finance and accounting