The eight elements of thought and reasoning are part of the Critical Thinking model. They are listed as follows: 1. Information. 2. Assumptions. 3. Implications and consequences.
Corporate research is a relative new form of information source for investors and followers of listed companies. Unlike the investment research of brokers and investment banks it does not provide a one-size fits all recommendation. The purpose of quality corporate research is to provide an objective assessment of the company's prospects, its competitive environment and a detailed analysis of its potential earnings.
DEFINITION of 'Research Report'. A document prepared by an analyst or strategist who is a part of the investment research team in a stock brokerage or investment bank.A research report may focus on a specific stock or industry sector, a currency, commodity or fixed-income instrument, or even on a geographic region or country.Research reports generally, but not always, have actionable recommendations (i.e. investment ideas that investors can act upon).Next Up. research report may focus on a specific stock or industry sector, a currency, commodity or fixed-income instrument, or even on a geographic region or country. Research reports generally, but not always, have actionable recommendations (i.e. investment ideas that investors can act upon). Next Up.