Analyze Capital Markets with Economic and Valuation Models

By the end of this course, learners will be able to analyze macroeconomic indicators, evaluate exchange rate dynamics, assess equity market valuations using multiple models, and apply valuation insights to informed asset allocation decisions. This course provides a structured, end-to-end framework for forming capital market expectations by integrating macroeconomic analysis with equity valuation and portfolio strategy. Learners begin by examining econometric and economic indicators, checklist-based evaluation techniques, and forecasting methods that shape expectations about economic growth, currencies, and market conditions. The course then builds on this foundation by exploring equity market valuation approaches, including relative valuation techniques, the Yardeni Model, and asset-based valuation frameworks. What makes this course unique is its clear linkage between economic signals and practical investment decisions. Rather than treating macroeconomics and valuation as separate topics, the course demonstrates how economic expectations directly influence equity valuations and asset allocation choices. Through applied examples and structured analytical frameworks, learners gain the skills to interpret market signals holistically. This course is ideal for finance students, investment professionals, and analysts seeking a disciplined, forward-looking approach to capital market analysis and portfolio decision-making

• Analyze macroeconomic indicators and exchange rate movements
• Apply relative and asset-based models to evaluate equity markets
• Form capital market expectations to guide asset allocation decisions

• Basic computer and internet skills
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities