The comparison of a company's financial condition and performance across time is known as:
A) Political analysis.
B) Investment analysis.
C) Financial reporting.
D) Horizontal analysis.
E) Vertical analysis.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Horizontal analysis compares financial data and performance of a company over time. It is also known as trend analysis or time-series analysis. This helps to identify any changes, trends, or anomalies in a company's financial condition and performance, and to evaluate the company's financial health and consistency over time.

The Comparison of a Company's Financial Condition and Performance Across