Annual Report Project

The purpose of this project is to learn everything you can about one company using its annual report, the
Internet, the press, and stock market results and ultimately, a comprehensive project at the end of the
semester. You will prepare a well-organized project for final submission at the end of the semester. The
conclusion of the project is your recommendation whether this company is a good stock investment or
employment prospect and why.
You will choose a publicly traded company from the list below. These companies have been chosen from the
latest Fortune 500 list.
Apple
AT&T
Berkshire Hathaway
Cardinal Health
Costco
CVS Health
Eli Lilly
Exxon Mobile
Fannie Mae
Ford Motor
General Mills
HP
IBM
Kohl’s
McDonald’s
McKesson
Nike
Rite Aid
Staples
Starbucks
Verizon
Walmart
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Once you have selected your company, you will begin an in-depth analysis of their most recent Annual Report
and other resources.
You will submit the required assignment using the Annual Project Assignments link on the course menu in the
last module in Canvas. I expect you to do a good job of explaining your position.
Project Timeline:
Companies chosen: November 12, 2020
Final report submission deadline: December 8, 2020
Project Grading:
Your project will be graded on completeness, correctness, creativity, and the quality of presentation. .
Required components for the completed project due December 8th:
Businesslike presentation:
Cover sheet – include student names
Grammar/spelling
Company Background:
Brief history & success in industry
Current news
Green emphasis
New products or services?
Cost cutting moves?
Consolidation/mergers?
Ratio analysis:
Liquidity
Profitability
Solvency
Market Prospects
Recommendation