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Understanding financial statements – balance sheets
In the final instalment of our three-part series on how to understand financial statements, we look at how balance sheets work, and why they matter to investors.
Published Jan 11, 2023
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Jan 11, 2023
Important information - This article isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure whether an investment is right for you please seek advice. If you choose to invest the value of your investment will rise and fall, so you could get back less than you put in.
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Matt Britzman
Senior Equity Analyst
Matt is a Senior Equity Analyst on the share research team, providing up-to-date research and analysis on individual companies and wider sectors. He is a CFA Charterholder and also holds the Investment Management Certificate.
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Published: 11th January 2023