Resource of the Month
(December 2005)
Each month WSU Libraries' Department of Collection Development features
a "Resource of the Month" designed to highlight some of the library's new, interesting,
under-used, large, unique, or otherwise noteworthy collections and
resources. You can learn more about the "Resource of the Month" on
this website, from the display in the reference area, by attending a
workshop (if available), or by contacting the Reference Desk at
978-3584.
If you are
interested in learning more about a previous "Resource of the Month,"
check the
archive.
"The Value
Line Investment Survey is a comprehensive source of information and
advice on approximately 1,700 stocks, more than 90 industries, the stock
market, and the economy." Value Line is our newest electronic
business database. It can be used to look up stock prices and
other financial information to assist students, faculty, and staff with
evaluating investments.
Related
Websites
Upcoming
Workshops
No workshops are currently scheduled
For
more information on how to use Value Line please contact Curt Friehs,
Business and Communications Librarian at
curt.friehs@wichita.edu
or 978-5081.
How Do I
Access Value Line?
There is a
link on the WSU Libraries' website under Electronic Resources /
Electronic Databases. You have the option of looking for it under
the subject links or the alphabetic links (http://library.wichita.edu/colldev/databases/alphadatabase.htm).
If you are accessing Value Line from off-campus you will be prompted to
enter your Shocker Card number and PIN number for authentication
purposes.
Why Should
I Use Value Line?
Value Line
offers a range of information and tools for you to use when investing.
The Value Line Investment Survey is backed by time-proven performance
and reputation. Information in the Value Line Investment Survey is
provided by the collective expertise of 70 highly-experienced,
independent securities analysts.
Features
of Value Line
-
Timeliness Ranks - compare approximately 1,700 stocks to each
other
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Broad Coverage - provides detailed reports on approximately
1,700 stocks across more than 90 industries
-
Record of Performance - shows how ranked stocks have performed
in the past
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Quarterly Earnings Estimates - continually updates earning
estimates
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3-
to 5-Year Financial Estimates - projects a company's sales,
earnings, dividends, etc.
-
Investment Screens - screens of stocks grouped according to
criteria
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Concise, Easy-to-Use Format - depth of information and content
is all contained in a concise, user-friendly format
For
assistance with Value Line, contact Wichita State University Libraries'
Reference Desk (978-3584) or Curt Friehs, Business and Communications
Librarian (978-5081
or curt.friehs@wichita.edu).
