Series 79 · Resource hub
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Deep dives on the three FINRA Series 79 functions: collection and analysis of data, underwriting and new financing, and mergers, tender offers, and financial restructuring.
Series 79: Collection, Analysis and Evaluation of Data (49%)
Function 1 is 49% of the Series 79: data sourcing, financial-statement analysis, valuation methods (comps, precedents, DCF, LBO), and due diligence.
Series 79 M&A, Tender Offers & Restructuring (Function 3 Guide)
Function 3 is 24% of the Series 79: sell-side and buy-side M&A, fairness opinions, Williams Act tender offers, and Chapter 11 restructuring, explained.
Series 79 Underwriting & New Financing: Function 2 Deep Dive (2026)
Underwriting and new financing transactions is 27% of the Series 79 exam. Public offerings, syndicate roles, stabilization, and exempt securities, explained.