FIN552 Investment and Portfolio Analysis Group Assignment 2026 | UiTM

FIN552 Group Assignment

Title of the report: “Stock Simulation Game Report: Investment Decision on [Stock Name] in the [Industry Name] Industry”

Objective

This assignment requires students to apply investment and portfolio analysis concepts through a stock simulation game. Each group will prepare a comprehensive report focusing on the best-performing stock within a chosen industry, based on their simulated portfolio performance. The report should demonstrate the group’s ability to conduct fundamental and technical analysis and provide a well-structured justification for the investment decision.

Instructions

1. Stock Selection

• From the simulated portfolio, identify the best-performing stock in a specific industry (e.g., technology, healthcare, consumer goods, energy).
• Provide a clear rationale for choosing this industry and stock.

2. Company & Industry Overview

• Brief background of the company (history, products/services, market position).
• Industry outlook and key factors influencing the sector’s growth or risk.

3. Fundamental Analysis

• Financial Performance: Revenue, profit, cash flow, earnings per share (EPS).
• Valuation Metrics: Price-to-Earnings (P/E), Price-to-Book (P/B), Dividend Yield, etc.
• Comparative Analysis: Benchmark against industry averages or main competitors.
• Qualitative Factors: Management quality, business strategy, sustainability, competitive advantage.

4. Technical Analysis

• Stock Price Trend: Chart patterns, moving averages, support & resistance levels.
• Momentum Indicators: RSI, MACD, or others.
• Volume Analysis: Trading volume trends.
• Provide visual charts/graphs to support the analysis.

5. Investment Decision & Justification

• Summarize why this stock was considered the best performer in the portfolio.
• Discuss the risk-return profile of the investment.
• Link both fundamental and technical findings to justify the decision.
• Provide reflection on whether the stock should be held, sold, or further accumulated.

6. Conclusion & Lessons Learned

• Key takeaways from the simulation exercise.
• Lessons on investment strategy, stock selection, and portfolio management.

Report Structure

1. Cover Page (Group name, members, course, lecturer, date)
2. Executive Summary
3. Introduction
4. Company & Industry Overview
5. Fundamental Analysis
6. Technical Analysis
7. Investment Decision & Justification
8. Conclusion & Lessons Learned
9. References
10. Appendices (charts, tables, screenshots from simulation, etc.)

Formatting

• Maximum 12 pages (content)
• Infographic report.
• Use tables, graphs, and figures where appropriate to support analysis.
• Deliverables: Due on Week 12, in the UFuture.