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Financial Management Class Pick Up Victory

The Fall 2008 Stock Showdown ended on October 30th, and was won by Mr. Adamson’s Financial Management Class.  While the “Adamson 22” portfolio of stocks was victorious, the victory was most certainly bittersweet, as both portfolios in the contest experienced dramatic declines.  more...

 

Financial Terms 101:  1st Edition

By Jenny Baglien

Price-Earnings Ratio (P/E Ratio): The multiplier applies to earnings per share to determine current value. The earnings and sales growth of the firm, the risk or volatility of its performance, the debt-equity structure, and other factors influence the P/E Ratio.  more...

Celebrating Your Independence in November

 By Marc Feala

For most people celebrating the independence of our country is done on the forth of July.  It is a time to honor our great country and those who have given their lives to ensure the freedom and liberties of this country.  So why should we celebrate the American Way on November 15?  Why should it be more than another Thursday?  Thursday November 15th marks American Enterprise Day.  more...

 

Helpful Financial Literacy Links:

Credit Scoring Information, Identify Theft, Credit Scams, Lost/Stolen Wallet or Purse, Credit Fraud, and Steps to Building a Strong Credit:  www.ftc.gov/gettingcredit/ 

Obtaining a copy of your credit report: www.equifax.com, www.experian.com, www.transunion.com

Sample Financial Calculator Websites:  www.fremontnational.com, www.kiplinger.com, www.moneymag.com, www.usnews.com

Other Web Sources that highlight savings and retirement planning: www.sec.gov, www.investoreducation.org, www.nefe.org