Collect financial and investment information about companies, stocks, bonds and other investments using daily stock and bond reports, economic forecasts, trading volumes, financial periodicals, securities manuals, company financial statements and other financial reports and publications. Examine and analyze financial and investment information collected, including profiles of companies, stock and bond prices, yields and future trends and other investment information. Provide investment advice and recommendations to clients, senior company officials, pension fund managers, securities agents and associates. Prepare company, industry and economic outlooks, analytical reports, briefing notes and correspondence. Advise on and participate in the financial aspects or contracts and calls for tender. Analyze investment projects.