LIMITATIONS OF RATIO ANALYSIS The debt-equity ratio gives an indication of an enterprise’s ability to sustain losses without jeopardizing the interests of creditors. This ratio is based only on information provided in the balance sheet. Although stockholders’ equity serves as a buffer to protect the creditors’ interests‚ it should be kept in mind that the earning prospects of the enterprise are also relevant in judging a firm’s ability to survive the long run. Although the use of ratios can prove helpful
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Ratio Analysis – Unit II Problem 1 A company having the Net working capital of 2.8 Lacs as on 30.06.10 indicates the following financial ratios and performance figures Current Ratio 2.4 Liquidity ratio 1.6 Inventory Turnover 8 (on cost of sales ) Gross Profit on Sales 20% Credit Allowed (months ) 1.5 The company s fixed Assets is equivalent to 90% of its net worth ( Share capital plus reserves ) while reserves amounted
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Ratio Analysis Return on capital employed Basically‚ it measures business performance. This ratio is used to calculate the return versus the money that is invested. Gross profit margin This ratio uses for measuring of profitability in selling‚ buying or producing goods before any other expenses are put into account. Therefore‚ any change in this figure can have an important result on the net profit margin of the year. Harrods’ gross profit margin can be divided into 2 parts which is
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General George Patton was given the name “Old Blood and Guts” by his men. He was an American General that soldiers admired and enemies feared intensely. He had a reputation for being reckless‚ daring‚ and Innovative. From a young age he was groomed for the military. He rose through the ranks of the Army‚ and became one of the most elite generals of the 20th century. His innovation and tactics still influence the battlefield to this day. George Smith Patton JR. was born on November 11‚ 1885
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General Eisenhower and General Patton: A Comparison Zerrrouk (PN) From a fiercely brave General‚ who strictly enforces customs‚ bravery‚ formalities‚ and success; to a General with a lighthearted-mood‚ down to earth attitude‚ a steadfast courage‚ and a integrity and decency to lead the nations of the world into battle; while both these legendary Generals fought on the same side‚ both General S. Patton and General D. Eisenhower were distinctly different Generals. This paper seeks to outline
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leverage. In contrast‚ Dell’s debt to equity ratio is much higher than HP’s debt to equity ratio. This means HP’s returns to investor are more solid than Dell. P/E ratio (weakness) The stock market is pessimistic about Dell’s future earning ability. This is due to the recession in 2008. Dell’s major business is selling computer and accessories‚ in the recession consumer tends to spend money on life essential goods such as food and gasoline. Dell’s P/E ratio is ranged from 70.7 in 1999 and gradually
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PEPSICO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ANALYSISCash flow statement | | | | | | Year ended 31 december | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | | | | | | | Operating Activities | | | | | | Net Income | 6‚214 | 6‚462 | 6‚338 | 5‚979 | 5‚166 | Depreciation and amortization | 2‚689 | 2‚737 | 2‚327 | 1‚635 | 1‚543 | Stock-based compensation expenses | 278 | 326 | 299 | 227 | 238 | Restructuring and impairement charges | 16 | 383 | 0 | 36 | 543 | Cash payments for restructuring charges
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1. Introduction This report provides a financial quarterly trend analysis for Costco Wholesale Corporation‚ Inc. founded in 1983. Costco Wholesale Corporation is the seventh largest retailer company in the world. As of July 2012‚ it was the fifth largest retailer‚ and the largest membership warehouse club chain in the United States ("Wikipedia‚ the free‚" 2011). Costco Wholesale Corporation’s stock is publicly traded on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation (NASDAQ)
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The Boeing Company operates in the industry of aerospace and defense. The largest aerospace company‚ Boeing is the #2 maker of large commercial jets (behind rival Airbus) and the #2 defense contractor behind Lockheed Martin. The aerospace and defense industry did suffer the effects of a post-9/11 society. Because of the weakened and fearful tourism market‚ spending on commercial aircraft did decrease. But recently‚ revenues have improved considerably as travelers are becoming more comfortable with
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Ratio Analysis Ratio analysis is basically used to understanding the financial health of a business entity. With the help of ratios we can easily calculate from current year performance of the companies and are then compared to previous years. Ratio analysis conducts a quantitative analysis of information in a company’s financial statements. These Ratios are most commonly used in banking sector can be divided into five main categories Liquidity Ratios Leverage Ratios Profitability Ratios Activity
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