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Equity research is a powerful tool for investors. Investment firms employ analysts to perform in-depth research and analysis on companies, producing reports that explain current trends and projected performance. While smaller firms may only staff a couple of analysts to target specific industries, large firms can have thousands of analysts covering a wide range of companies and industries. These analysts are usually academics, former executives, or people with a long history in their industry. In the following sections, learn about the role equity research plays in guiding investment decisions.