MUHAMMAD ALI JUNAID

EQUITY RESEARCH ANALYST

Lahore, PK.

About

Highly analytical CFA Level II Candidate and CMA Finalist with a robust foundation in fundamental analysis, financial statement analysis, and equity valuation, seeking an entry-level Equity Research Analyst position. Proven ability to conduct in-depth sector research, develop comprehensive financial models, and perform precise forecasting for PSX-listed companies. Adept at leveraging DCF, comparable company analysis, and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills to deliver actionable investment theses and risk assessments.

Education

CFA Institute

CFA Level II Candidate Finance, Investment Management

ICMA Pakistan

CMA Finalist Management Accounting

FCCU

FSC Pre-Engineering

DPS Lahore

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Matriculation General Studies

Certificates

CFA Level I

CFA Institute

Skills

Equity Research & Fundamental Analysis

Bottom-up company analysis, Business models, Revenue and cost drivers, Competitive positioning, Industry dynamics, Catalysts, Investment risks, Investment Thesis, Risk Assessment.

Financial Statement Analysis

Income statement, Balance sheet, Cash flow statement, Margins, Working capital, Liquidity, Leverage, Cash generation, Quality of earnings, ROE, ROA.

Equity Valuation

DCF, Relative valuation, Comparable Company Analysis, P/E, P/B, EV/EBITDA, Terminal value, Cost of equity, WACC, Implied equity value concepts.

Financial Modeling & Forecasting

Historical analysis, Three-statement model concepts, Revenue and earnings forecasts, Financial projections, Scenario analysis, Sensitivity analysis, Model updates.

Earnings, Sector & Market Analysis

Earnings trends, EPS drivers, Margins, Sector research, Industry analysis, Macroeconomic indicators, Market developments.

Research Reporting

Annual report review, Financial disclosures, Investment thesis development, Catalysts, Downside risks, Research notes, Buy/Sell/Hold rationale concepts.

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Spreadsheet modeling, Formulas, Ratio and trend analysis, Financial data organization, Charts, Equity research presentations, Structured documentation.

Capital Markets

PSX (Pakistan Stock Exchange), Capital Markets.

Projects

Sector & Earnings Analysis (CFA Curriculum-Based Project)

Summary

Executed a CFA curriculum-based project to review and analyze sector trends, earnings, and macroeconomic factors.

Equity Valuation & Company Analysis (CFA Curriculum-Based Project)

Summary

Led a comprehensive CFA curriculum-based project focused on in-depth equity valuation and company analysis for a listed entity.