Download or read book Understanding a Companys Finances written by W. R. Purcell, Jr. and published by . This book was released on 1981-06-01 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most people, financial reports are about as clear as Egyptian hieroglyphics. This book not only makes them easy for anyone to understand but also shows how they can be used to clarify the financial past, present, & future of a company. Using a simple graphic method, devoid of accounting jargon & bookkeeping details, the author leads the reader through a step-by-step description of a typical company's financial progress & standing. Purcell demonstrates how anyone can understand a business's recent financial actions & current financial status, & preview its future financial prospects.