Choose two companies in different industries

Companies

1. 3M - Industrial goods sector industry

2. CVS Health Corp. - Healthcare sector industry

3. Coca Cola- Beverage industry

Choose five financial ratio calculations to complete for the two companies and the two separate industries chosen in this section

How is each company's financial health?

How do these two companies compare to one another?

What financial strengths and weaknesses do these companies and industries have?Consider addressing the free cash flows and ratios you calculated.

Analyze how the data differ between the two companies and industries based on calculations and research.

Are the companies considered growth or value companies? Why?

Which company's stock is the better investment? Consider supporting your answer with data

The goal of this second stage in our equity analyst project is to select one industry in one sector whose performance prospects you determine are best over the next year. Here are some factors to consider when comparing industry groups:

Degree of Competition in the Industry

Supply/Demand Dynamics for the Industry's Products

Industry Cost Structure

Degree of Government Regulation - Favorable or Not

Exposure to the Business Cycle

Relative Financial Norms and Standards