In this episode, Stuart and Mena share tips on how to read a set of financial statements. 

• Familiarise yourself with the 2 to 3 main statements being a profit and loss, balance sheet, trading statements. 
• Profit and loss will give you an insight into the cost structure and profitability of the business. 
• The balance sheet tells you about the health of the business. 
• Cash flow consideration – focus on operating cash flow. 
• Calculate key financial ratios and compare periods and look for warning signs such as declining revenue, increasing debt levels, or inconsistent cash flow. Consider industry benchmarks. 

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