An Introduction to Leverage Analysis

Description
In this lecture-style video, you will be introduced to the concept of leverage in financial management. You will have come across a leverage in a different perspective, but in financial management leverage has a different meaning, and this is explored further in the video.

Leverage is the investment strategy of using borrowed money. More specifically, various financial instruments or borrowed capital used to increase the potential return of an investment. It can also be referred to as the amount of debt used to finance assets. For example, if someone calls something 'highly leveraged' in terms of investment or a company, then that means the item has more debt than equity.

This informative video is delivered in a clear and simple manner that makes learning about leverage analysis quick and easy.

Video length: 8 minutes 32 seconds.