Series 7 Exam Question 348: Answer and Explanation

Question: 348

Which of the following features of a corporation would be examined by a fundamental analyst?

• A. Earnings trends
• B. Support and resistance
• C. Breadth of the market
• D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

A. Fundamental analysts compare companies to help determine what to buy. Technical analysts examine the market to try to determine when to buy. Knowing that, fundamental analysts are definitely interested in earnings trends. Technical analysts would be interested in such things as support and resistance and the breadth of the market.