Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
Magister Akuntansi is affiliated to Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia. He is a recipient of many awards and grants for his valuable contributions and discoveries in major area of subject research. His international experience includes various programs, contributions and participation in different countries for diverse fields of study. His research interests reflect in his wide range of publications in various national and international journals.
Research Article
FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSISA TOOL FOR INVESTMENT DECISION MAKING IN THE GAMBIA: CASE OF TRUST BANK GAMBIA LIMITED
Author(s): Saikou Conteh and Magister Akuntansi*
This study intended to investigate financial statements analysis and investment decision making in The Gambia. The study questions were to examine how financial statement analysis aid potential investors in investment decision making, evaluate the performance of a company for investment decision making, and appraise the fundamental use of financial statement analysis information. The approach was to work with potential investors, big bank depositors and shareholders to achieve the set objectives. The paper used accounting ratios and financial report analysis, namely, liquidity ratio, efficiency ratio and profitability ratios, which might affect the financial performance of the firm. In summary, the approach and research methodologies involved, desk study to review current literatures, and the actual field research study. Data analysis was conducted base on data collected. The explaina.. View more»