The study analyzed the financial performance of NXP Semiconductor during the global economic crisis of 2008. The researchers used financial statement analysis to understand the company's risk and profitability. They found that NXP had low performance from 2005 to 2009, struggling with capital structure and solvency ratios. However, the company showed strength in credit analysis. The study used tools like comparative analysis, common size analysis, and ratio analysis to assess the company's financial trends.