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Basics of Stocks
Marco-economic analysis; The bigger picture
Investing in Companies
How to operate the trading platform
This course is designed for beginners eager to understand the fundamentals of the stock market, how it operates, and how to make informed investment decisions. Through comprehensive lectures, participants will gain insights into the basics of stocks, financial statements, fundamental analysis, and the practical aspects of trading.
Introduction to Stocks
The Concept of Initial Public Offerings (IPO)
The Listing Process: How Companies Go Public
The Mechanics of the Stock Market
Case Study: Berkshire Hathaway’s Journey
Capital Gains and Dividends Explained
Differentiating Trading from Investing
Getting Started: Setting Up a Brokerage Account
Choosing the Right Broker
Case Study: The Coffee Stand Example
The Balance Sheet: Analyzing Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
The Income Statement: Revenue, Expenses, and Profitability
Cash Flow Statement: Understanding Cash Inflows and Outflows
Why Some Companies are Profitable Yet Lack Cash
Case Study: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL)
Investing in Companies: A Deep Dive
Fundamental vs. Technical Analysis: An Overview
Key Financial Ratios: EPS, PE Ratio, Book Value, ROA, Dividend Yield
The Age of AI and its Impact on Trillion-Dollar Tech Companies
Avoiding Traps: Insider Trading and Pump & Dump Schemes
Understanding Intrinsic Value
Comparing Market Price with Intrinsic Value
Discounted Cash Flow Methodology
PE Ratio Method for Valuation
The Broader Picture: Macro-Economic Analysis
Research Methods: Financial Reports, News, and Political & Socio-Economic Factors
The Role of Global Pandemics and Wars in Economic Shifts
Accessing Information: Why Data is the New Gold
Connecting with Industry Experts: Navigating the Information Landscape
Industry-Specific Analysis:
Oil Sector (OPEC Meetings, Wars)
Pharmaceuticals (Pandemics and Global Health)
Technology (Digital Revolutions)
Textiles (Export Policies)
Cement (Construction Policies)
Automobiles (Local Market Demand)
Navigating Trading Platforms
Distinguishing Between Low and High Volume Stocks
Understanding Upper and Lower Limits in Trading
Technical Analysis: Voodoo Science or Valuable Tool?
Trading Strategies: Navigating High-Volume and Low-Volume Stocks
Education:
BSc - LUMS, MBA - Cardiff University (UK)
Hissan Ur Rehman is an Instructor at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), renowned for his in-depth understanding of global economies and financial markets. As a regular contributor to international publications, he offers keen insights on economic trends and investment strategies.
Hissan holds an MBA from Cardiff University, specializing in Management Consulting—a rare and highly regarded qualification. He also earned his Bachelor's degree from Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), one of Pakistan's premier institutions. With extensive experience in consulting for major corporations, he has a proven track record of advising companies on smart investments, fundraising, and IPOs.
Before joining PSX in 2021, Hissan taught at LUMS and other institutions, where he conducted courses on stock market fundamentals and continues to share his expertise with a diverse audience of investors and students.