I don't base my trading/investment decisions purely on some analyst. However, I also don't have an access/resources/connections to do DD that an analyst may (for example Geo's on-the-ground research team). In the end my decision in based on my own thoughts and a combination of all the information I can find. Sorry but if you don't do something similar then I will just quote you: "chances of you being knowledgeable and successful are very slim".