5.1 Front Page

Use the first page of the Courier to see a snapshot of last year’s results. Be sure to compare your company’s sales, profits and cumulative profits with your competitors’.

5.2 Stock & Bond Summaries

The Stock and Bond Summaries (page 2) report stock prices and bond ratings for all companies. The page also reports the prime interest rate for the upcoming year.

5.3 Financial Summary

The Financial Summary (page 3) surveys each company’s cash flow, balance sheet and income statements. This will give you an idea of your competitors’ financial health. In-depth financial reports for your company are also available (see Chapter 6).