In financial analysis, 'time series analysis' refers to —

CS Executive · Cost and Management Accounting · PYQS · June 2016

(A) Making a time series of various ratios to assess a firm's profitability

(B) A graphical comparison of a firm's sources of finance

(C) The comparison of financial ratios over a period of time to assess the direction of change and the financial performance of a firm

(D) A comparison of time values for various ratios of a firm.

Answer & Explanation:

Correct Answer: Option (C)

Official answer key: (C).

Topics: Financial Statement Analysis