A few simple numbers you must know before buying stocks.The Discipline & Risk Management Focus Welcome back to 'Knowing Your Numbers,' the second part of our series on rigorous financial analysis and market mastery. If Part 1 armed you with the essential financial ratios, Part 2 is about putting in the time—the daily and quarterly work that separates passive holders from truly intelligent investors.The price of protecting your money is measured in effort. Today, we detail the ongoing discipline required to stay ahead:The importance of diligently tracking daily stock news flow and analyzing trading volume to spot institutional movement.Why listening to earnings calls every three months is non-negotiable for understanding leadership and future direction.And finally, how to use ratios like Profit Margin and Revenue not just for self-evaluation, but for crucial comparisons against competitors.We'll show you how to blend this constant stream of information with your fundamental analysis, turning diligence into your most powerful investment edge. Let's dive into the execution of successful research.