THE ROLE OF CAPITAL IQ IN MODERN FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Abstract

The increasing reliance on data-driven financial analysis has elevated the importance of robust information platforms such as S&P Capital IQ. This study evaluates the role of Capital IQ in modern financial performance evaluation by examining its analytical tools, database accuracy, and decisionsupport capabilities. The research highlights how Capital IQ facilitates equity research, credit risk assessment, valuation modeling, and portfolio management. A literature review underscores its impact on the financial services industry compared to traditional data sources. The methodology adopts a mixedapproach analysis combining secondary literature survey and user-case evaluation. The findings suggest that Capital IQ enhances efficiency, transparency, and accuracy in financial decision-making, positioning it as a critical enabler of modern investment analysis and corporate finance practices