NVIDIA Corp. (ticker = NVDA) Client Acceptance Study

Introduction:

Assume that you are a new partner at a large audit firm, which is looking to expand its client base. The firm is evaluating your performance based in part on your ability to find new audit clients, particularly those that appear to be in the growth sector. The firm is looking to expand into high-tech industries, but is wary of adding very risky clients to its audit portfolio. You heard the news that NVIDIA, one of the major graphics processor manufacturers in the world, has a good potential to grow in the high-tech sector. You also read a business article that the GPU industry has a solid prospect, with an increased demand for gaming devices and various alternative currency mining operations. You decide to check into the companys operations. NVIDIAs annual report paints a very positive picture of the companys prospects, and you think that this company may be a good opportunity for your firm. You mention the idea to the managing partner (a.k.a. CEO), and he/she asks you to perform a feasibility study of the NVIDIA account. Based on your recommendations, the firm will decide if it wants to commit the resources to go after NVIDIA.

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2. Non-financial indicators. Perform a database search on popular media articles for a year or so. There will be a lot, particularly if you search on the internet, so limit your search to one or two business publications (WSJ, Business Week, Fortune, etc.). You may also check alternative sources, such as stock & SWOT reports, financial information service websites, and litigation databases. Focus on articles that will enable you to assess the prospects & riskiness of NVIDIA, such as information about its products, stock performance, the integrity of management, lawsuits, etc. Also focus on positive information, such as innovations and market strengths that may lead you to assess whether NVIDIA could maintain its competitive edge in its industry. Present the pertinent information you find critical in assessing potential risk (financial, operating, etc.) of NVIDIA. Again keep this section brief, while still providing enough relevant information. (Approximately, three pages).

I don't need the paper written, just facts that would go in the paper.