fundamentals

/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəlz/
noun
  1. The most basic and important principles, rules, or skills of a subject or activity.
    • Before you can learn advanced math, you must master the fundamentals.
    • The coach spent the first week of practice teaching the fundamentals of basketball.
    • Understanding the fundamentals of grammar is essential for good writing.
  2. The basic financial or economic factors that affect the value or health of a company, market, or economy.
    • Analysts study fundamentals like revenue, profit, and debt to evaluate a business.
    • The economy's fundamentals remain strong despite the recent downturn.
    • Investors should focus on the company's fundamentals, not just its stock price.
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