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Five Puzzles in Project Finance Models
Here are five areas of project finance models which always puzzle me: -
Why the Basics Matter
A concert pianist would never be able to play with such skill if they didn’t know their scales and arpeggios. -
Top Five Modelling Rules and Top Tips
Here are my top five financial modelling key rules and top tips: -
Do We Ask Enough Questions About Models?
Have you ever thought the following when looking at a model? -
What is Excel Proficient?
One of my recent attendees admitted that he has written that he is proficient in Excel on his CV. But, he said “all I can really do is to copy”. -
Masterclass in Infrastructure and Project Finance
I’m very much looking forward to contributing, along with a panel of industry experts, to a brand new Masterclass in Infrastructure and Project Finance, hosted by IJGlobal and Euromoney Learning. -
Why Does Timing Matter in Financial Models?
Because incorrect timing assumptions are the cause of many a financial modelling error. -
Please Join In: The Circular Reference Survey
Intrigued about circular references and why some modellers might include them? Or why some models are switched to iteration? Or why some models include copy paste iterative macros? I am. -
“Simplicity is the Ultimate Sophistication” Leonardo da Vinci
I found a formula in a financial model once which had 62 sets of brackets, 16 functions and 60 cells (there are plenty like this around). -
The Essentials of Financial Modelling – a Pocket-sized Book
I am really happy to announce that I have produced a pocket-sized book, The Essentials of Financial Modelling. It is designed for financial modellers to have by their desks for ... -
Some Questions for Financial Modellers
What are your answers to these questions? -
The Top New Year’s Resolution for Financial Modellers
What should be the top New Year’s resolution for financial modellers? -
Five Key Rules and Five Top Tips
What to do and what not to do in financial modelling? As you might expect, there are many opinions on this and long lists of dos and don’ts. -
Six Worst Modelling Habits
Of course, there are different ways of approaching financial modelling. But here are the six worst modelling habits: -
Avoiding Black Boxes #3: Functions Part 2
My mission is to demystify financial models. Models should never be black boxes: they are simply made up of many layers, which themselves must always be clear and logical. Poor ... -
Avoiding Black Boxes #3: Functions Part 1
My mission is to demystify financial models. Models should never be black boxes: they are simply made up of many layers, which themselves must always be clear and logical. Poor ... -
Avoiding Black Boxes #2: Model Layout
My mission is to demystify financial models. Models should never be black boxes: they are simply made up of many layers, which themselves must always be clear and logical. Good ... -
Avoiding Black Boxes #1: Structuring Formulae
Not surprisingly, financial models are frequently described as black boxes. -
Financial Modelling Quiz
Here are some common statements about financial modelling. Which ones do you agree with?