Posts by Andrew Stotz
The Difference Between Stock Value and Stock Price
It’s easy to assume that a company’s stock value correlates with its price, but this isn’t always the case. There’s an important distinction between the two. When considering any investment, investors should carry out due diligence to understand the difference between the two and know exactly why it matters. A company’s stock price can be…
Read Full PostMy #1 Study Tip for the CFA Exams
Many successful CFA charterholders credit their success in the CFA exams with their study habits. Personally, I believe it is different for each person and depends entirely on your advance preparation. It is arguable that the pass rate for the CFA Level 1 exam is weighted lower in comparison to the others because candidates really…
Read Full PostEquity Analysis: Art or Science?
I’ve seen a lot of equity analysts come and go throughout my 25 years in the business. I have seen many different strategies and approaches to our practice. What I can say is that people in this industry exist along a continuum. In equity analysis, there are those who prefer the data and those who…
Read Full PostIf I Pass the CFA Exam Will I Get Higher Pay?
The CFA exams are favored as one of the top financial services qualifications to achieve—across the world. A common misconception is held though that simply passing the exams will help you get higher pay. Education always opens the door to better-salaried jobs. True, right? Hmm. Many students ask me straight, “If I pass the CFA…
Read Full PostWhat to Expect on the CFA Level 1 Exam in 2026
What Is the CFA Level 1 Exam? The CFA Level 1 exam is a computer-based test (CBT) consisting of 180 multiple-choice questions split across two sessions of 2 hours and 15 minutes each. It covers 10 topics, from ethics and financial reporting to equity investments and derivatives, and tests the foundational knowledge required for the…
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