Analyze Google's financial statements. You will need to request these financials by contacting the company or search the web for these financials (these can generally be viewed on the web under financial information or annual reports for public companies search by company name). Imagine you have been asked to prepare a brief management report summarizing the financial position and future prospects for the company chosen. Write a one-page memo summarizing your findings and making a recommendation as to whether an investment in the company is warranted. Be creative using your critical thinking skills.

Please include:

Comment on EPS performance

Analysis of capital structure

What is the short-term and long-term strategy of the company? Is there adequate planning and resources for their plans?

Evaluate the companys overall value

Are they positioned for long-term growth as well as short-term opportunities?

Comment on dividend policy

What is the current debt status?

Analyze the companys cash flows

Evaluate profitability relative to sales, assets, equity and share value

Assess liquidity / risk

Analyze inventory management