Company Story

Understand the business. What do they actually do?

⏱️ Time to read: 3 minutes πŸ“±πŸŒ Platform: Both iOS & Web πŸ‘€ Best for: Long-term investors


πŸ“– What is Company Story?

Company Story explains the business in plain English - no jargon.

Answers:

  • What does this company do?

  • How do they make money?

  • Who are their customers?

  • What's their competitive advantage?

  • What's the growth story?

Example (TSLA):

Tesla makes electric vehicles and energy products. Revenue comes from: Vehicle sales (80%), Energy storage (10%), Services (5%), Regulatory credits (5%). Main products: Model 3/Y (mass market), Model S/X (luxury), Cybertruck (trucks), Powerwall/Megapack (batteries). Growth driver: EV adoption globally. Competitive edge: Vertical integration, Supercharger network, brand.


πŸ“Š Sections Included

1. Business Overview

  • What the company does (in one paragraph)

  • Founded when and by whom

  • Headquarters location

  • Number of employees

2. How They Make Money

  • Revenue breakdown by segment

  • Key products/services

  • Customer base (B2B or B2C?)

  • Business model (subscription, one-time, etc.)

3. Industry & Market

  • Industry classification

  • Market size

  • Growth rate of industry

  • Market position

4. Competitive Landscape

  • Main competitors listed

  • Market share comparison

  • What makes them different

5. Growth Drivers

  • Why the company will grow

  • Catalysts ahead

  • Long-term trends supporting them

6. Key Risks

  • What could go wrong

  • Competition threats

  • Regulatory risks

  • Market risks


πŸ’‘ Why Company Story Matters

For long-term investors (Sage):

  • Must understand what you own

  • Business model determines returns

  • Quality companies = compound growth

For traders (Blitz/Maverick):

  • Context for price movements

  • Understand catalysts

  • Know what news matters

"Never invest in a business you don't understand" - Warren Buffett


πŸ“± Where to Find It

Ticker Page β†’ Company Section

  • Scroll to Company tab/section

  • Full story + key metrics

  • Links to competitors


❓ FAQ

Q: Is Company Story AI-generated? A: Yes, AI synthesizes from multiple sources, writes in simple language.

Q: How often is it updated? A: When major business changes occur (acquisitions, pivots, etc.).

Q: Can I see financial statements here? A: Basic info here. Full financials in Financials tab.


What's Next?


Company Story = Understand What You're Buying! πŸ“–πŸ’

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