134. Introduction to Financial Analysis (Winter; Kenney; formerly Economics 34). Fundamental concepts of finance (time value of money, risk, and rates of return); analysis of financial statements; bond and stock valuation; capital budgeting; cost of capital, leverage, and optimal capital structure; long-term debt management; dividend policy; mergers and acquisitions; case study of the performance of an enterprise which seeks to maximize shareholder wealth. Prerequisite: At least one of Economics 41, 42, 43. WAC: W1