Financial analysis: Financial analysts can help individuals and businesses analyze financial statements and other financial data to understand their current financial position, identify trends, and make informed financial decisions.

Investment analysis: Financial analysts can help clients evaluate investment opportunities and assess the risks and potential returns associated with different investment options.

Business valuation: Financial analysts can help businesses determine their overall value by analyzing financial statements, market trends, and other factors.

Budgeting and forecasting: Financial analysts can help businesses develop budgets and forecasts for future financial performance based on historical data, market trends, and other factors.

Risk management: Financial analysts can help businesses identify and manage financial risks, such as interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, and credit risk.

Financial modeling: Financial analysts can create complex financial models that help businesses evaluate different scenarios and make informed decisions about investments, pricing, and other financial issues.

Mergers and acquisitions: Financial analysts can provide financial analysis and due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions, helping businesses evaluate potential acquisition targets and assess the financial risks and opportunities associated with a transaction.