Discussion Overview:

"Liabilities" (650 words)

1. Go to https://advance-lexis-com.libdatab.strayer.edu/api/page/nexisuni-business/?primaryipauth=true&context=1516831to use the Company Dossier through NexisUni to research (1) publicly traded company in which you are interested using the Internet and/or Strayer databases. Locate the company website and financial statements. Also, locate information on the types of bonds the company issues. Review the Liabilities section of the company’s Balance Sheet.

Imagine that you are advising an investor who is considering purchasing bonds issued by the selected company. Analyze the types of bonds the chosen company issues. Make a recommendation to the investor as to which type of bond would provide the most value. Justify your response.

“Cash Flows" (650 words)

2. Go to https://advance-lexis-com.libdatab.strayer.edu/api/page/nexisuni-business/?primaryipauth=true&context=1516831to use the Company Dossier through NexisUni to research (1) publicly-traded company in which you are interested using the Internet and/or Strayer databases. Review its most recent statement of cash flows and income statement on the company’s website.

Compare and contrast the selected company’s statement of cash flows to its income statement. Suggest at least two (2) items from each statement that investors should analyze when deciding whether or not to purchase the company’s stock. Justify your response.

“Sustainable Income and Ratio Analysis" (650 words)

3. Describe sustainable income and the importance of sustainable income in the evaluation of the income statement. Choose at least two (2) items or events that will affect sustainable income of a company.