SWOT Analysis is a strategic planning framework evaluating Strengths (internal positive), Weaknesses (internal negative), Opportunities (external positive), and Threats (external negative). Helps identify strategic priorities by matching internal capabilities to external environment. Strengths: brand, IP, distribution, balance sheet, key relationships. Weaknesses: capability gaps, debt, key person dependencies. Opportunities: market trends, regulatory changes, competitor weakness. Threats: new competitors, technology shifts, regulatory risk, economic downturns. Often performed in workshop settings. Best output: prioritized action plan to leverage strengths/opportunities while mitigating weaknesses/threats. Simple framework but valuable when done with discipline.
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SWOT Analysis
August 22, 2026 · Aditya Gupta
Corporate Finance
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