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Introduction to Growth Investing

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Free

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Level

BEGINNER

Duration

10 h

About this course

This course provides a comprehensive overview of growth investing, a strategy focused on identifying companies expected to grow at above-average rates compared to their industry or the broader market. It outlines the characteristics and criteria that growth investors consider, such as historical earnings growth, profit margins, and competitive advantages. This course also discusses valuation metrics, including the PEG ratio and Price-to-Sales ratio, which help assess a company's worth relative to its growth potential. Furthermore, it highlights the factors influencing earnings growth, such as market trends and economic conditions, while also addressing the risks associated with growth investing. To facilitate a comprehensive understanding of essential concepts discussed, this course includes a series of practical examples, quizzes, reading materials and a project.

What you will learn

  • Identify Key Characteristics of Growth Stocks
  • Analyze Valuation Ratios
  • Evaluate Influencing Factors on Earnings Growth