From on-air talent contracts and FCC regulations to syndicated program amortization to music licensing fees, electronic media deal with financial principles and jargon that are unique to American business. Understanding Broadcast and Cable Finance helps explain all the financial complexities of a modern electronic media enterprise. Whether you are a news director, sales manager, engineer or any other non-accounting professional that has a stake in the success of your company, this book will bring you up-to-speed on the essentials of financial management for broadcasting and cable. (more…)

The list of people who might need the information provided by financial statements seems to grow longer every day. Some of these people are directly connected with the organisation, for example its employees and managers, others are not directly connected, but they may be affected by its management of finance or by its financial stability, for example the general public. (more…)

The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing: Morningstar’s Guide to Building Wealth and Winning in the Market
Publisher: Wiley 2004 | 384 Pages | ISBN: 0471269654 | PDF | 32 MB

OVER the years, people from around the world have turned to Morningstar for strong, independent, and reliable advice. The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing provides the kind of savvy financial guidance only a company like Morningstar could offer. Based on the philosophy that “investing should be fun, but not a game,” this comprehensive guide will put even the most cautious investors back on the right track by helping them pick the right stocks, find great companies, and understand the driving forces behind different industries–without paying too much for their investments

Written by Morningstar’s Director of Stock Analysis, Pat Dorsey, The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing includes unparalleled stock research and investment strategies covering a wide range of stock-related topics. Investors will profit from such tips as:
How to dig into a financial statement and find hidden gold . . . and deception (more…)

Become a savvy investor with this updated Wall Street Journal bestseller
Want to take charge of your financial future? This national bestselling guide has been thoroughly updated to provide you with the latest insights into smart investing, from weighing your investment options (such as stocks, real estate, and small business) to understanding risks and returns, managing your portfolio, and much more. (more…)