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analyzing-financial-statements

This skill calculates key financial ratios and metrics from financial statement data for investment analysis

16starsUpdated 3/19/2026

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About analyzing-financial-statements

The 'analyzing-financial-statements' skill provides a comprehensive analysis of a company's financial health through the calculation of key financial ratios and metrics. It aids in the evaluation of company performance by assessing profitability, liquidity, leverage, efficiency, and valuation. By using data from financial statements, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, this skill simplifies the complex process of financial analysis, making it accessible for investment analysis and decision-making. It effectively helps analysts, investors, and financial professionals assess a company's financial position in a structured manner.

The skill calculates a wide range of ratios, including profitability ratios like ROE and ROA, liquidity ratios like the current ratio and quick ratio, leverage ratios such as debt-to-equity, and valuation ratios like P/E and P/B. Additionally, it provides insights into per-share metrics like EPS and dividend per share. The tool can generate industry benchmark comparisons and trend analysis when multiple periods of financial data are available. It also offers an Excel report with formatted results. This makes it a powerful tool for financial analysts and investors who need to evaluate the financial standing of companies using standard financial indicators.

This skill is useful for financial analysts, investment managers, and accountants who need to evaluate the financial health of companies. It is particularly beneficial for professionals seeking to analyze and interpret financial data for investment decisions, risk assessment, and performance evaluations. By calculating and interpreting multiple financial ratios, it helps these professionals make well-informed decisions backed by data-driven insights.

FAQ

How do I use this skill?

To use this skill, provide the necessary financial statement data (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow), specify which ratios you want to calculate, or select 'all' for a comprehensive analysis. The skill will then calculate the ratios and provide interpretations.

What data formats are compatible with this skill?

This skill supports financial data in various formats, including CSV, JSON, text descriptions, and Excel files.

Are industry benchmarks included in the results?

Yes, when available, industry benchmarks are provided alongside the calculated ratios to offer a point of comparison.

What are the limitations of this skill?

This skill requires accurate financial data. Industry benchmarks are general guidelines and may not apply to all industries. Additionally, historical data doesn't guarantee future performance.

Can this skill handle missing financial data?

Yes, the skill can handle missing data by either using industry averages or excluding incomplete data, depending on the user's preference.

All Files

3 files
interpret_ratios.py15.8 KB
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SKILL.md2.4 KB
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calculate_ratios.py12.2 KB
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Install analyzing-financial-statements

Download and extract the skill files to your .claude/skills/ directory.

Quick Setup:

  1. Copy the skill folder to .claude/skills/
  2. Claude will automatically detect and use the skill