Select 4 similar size public companies in the same industry. The company's size can be measured by total assets or total sales. Obtain the most recent financial statements of these companies, apply Du Pont Formula and write a report to summarize your findings and conclusion.
Your report should include:
Brief background about the industry and the companies selected.
Calculations of return on asset and return on equity for each company,
Ascending rank of the companies based on Du Pont Formula.
Discussion on whether the stock market price for these companies matches and confirms Du Pont Formula rank,
Conclusion and opinion about the reliability of Du Pont Formula