Evaluate economic conditions that influence company performance. Consider political, environmental, currency (money), global economics, and government influences on economic conditions. Compare market conditions with the companys performance for 2017. Conclude how the market conditions that year influenced the companys performance, such as interest rates, Federal Reserve Bank monetary policy changes, or other market conditions relevant to the company you selected. Analyze year-over-year performance from 2016 and 2017. Consider key metrics or ratios such as trailing PE ratio, forward PE ratio, price to book, return on assets, and return on equity in your conclusions.