Lesson: Public Company Reporting Topics & EPS Overview and Objectives

In this lesson, Nick Palazzolo, CPA, breaks down essential reporting requirements for public companies and dives into the world of Earnings Per Share (EPS). He starts off by ensuring the key forms such as 10-Q and 10-K are well-understood, emphasizing their individual components. Then, he shifts focus to the foundational knowledge of EPS, including how to calculate basic and diluted EPS by determining net income and shares outstanding. Nick assures that while the formula for EPS might seem straightforward, the intricacies of determining its components are more complex. Throughout the lesson, Nick is prepared to share various tips and tricks to master these calculations.