On balance, we disagree. By speaking to management - and our team of nine specialist writers will be doing a lot of that over the next few weeks - we seek the most telling information about companies to inform our analysis, and ultimately, your decision.
The podcast has become another useful tool in this groundwork. Our Boardroom Talk interview format has featured managers at FTSE 100, FTSE 250 and many smaller companies. This allows for a deeper dive into the competitive and operational waters surrounding these businesses.