Table of content Introduction 2 Financial Analysis of Morrisons 3 Critical Assessment of the ratio analysis of William Jackson Food Group 8 Limitations and recommendations References Introduction This paper deals with the question of how a ratio analysis can help in determining the true value of a company. Therefore a critical ratio analysis of Morrisons‚ a supermarket which is listed on the London Stock Exchange will be done and then compared with the William Jackson Food Group
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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 and Comparative analysis There are many ways to evaluate and compare financial statements. Although there are many different ways and devices‚ no one device is more useful than another. According to "Financial Statement Analysis Primer" (n.d.)‚ ”Every situation faced by the investment analyst is different‚ and the answers needed are often obtained only upon close examination of the interrelationships among all the data provided.”. Ratio analysis is a useful tool that is used to identify a
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Calculate Financial Ratios Riordan Manufacturing’s Calculated Financial Ratio Current Ratio The current ratio is the measure of the degree to which current assets cover current liabilities. A ratio of more than one suggests that it can pay most of its debts at that point in time. The ability to effectively turn products into cash is a good sign of a company ’s financial state. Current assets $14‚589‚092.09 * $14‚643‚456.43 * Current liabilities $6‚974‚094 $6‚029‚696 Current assets are divided
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Introduction of Ratio MEANING OF RATIO: A ratio is one figure express in terms of another figure. It is a mathematical yardstick that measures the relationship of two figures‚ which are related to each other and mutually interdependent. Ratio is express by dividing one figure by the other related figure. Thus a ratio is an expression relating one number to another. It is simply the quotient of two numbers. It can be expressed as a fraction or as a decimal or as a pure ratio or in absolute
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reports. The six ratios considered are current ratio‚ quick ratio‚ profit margin‚ operating ratio‚ debt-equity ratio‚ and debt-asset ratio. These ratios were compared over time‚ against its close competitors‚ which are Amazon.com Inc. and Wal-Mart Stores Inc.‚ and against a calculated industry benchmark. Based on our findings‚ we conclude that Indigo is financially healthy. For example‚ current and quick ratios are both higher than its competitors and its industry benchmark. Operating ratio indicated that
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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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your selected organization’s balance sheet and income statement to calculate the following: Liquidity ratios Current ratio Acid-test‚ or quick‚ ratio Receivables turnover Inventory turnover Profitability ratios Asset turnover Profit margin Return on assets Return on common stockholders’ equity Solvency ratios Debt to total assets Times interest earned Show your calculations for each ratio. Create a horizontal and vertical analysis for the balance sheet and the income statement. Write
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ACCOUNTANTS OF PAKISTAN REPORT ON RATIO ANALYSIS OF M/S RANI LIMITED PREPARED FOR: Board of Directors PREPARED BY: Management Accountant TABLE OF CONTENTS Particulars Executive Summary Introduction Page No. 3-4 5 Financial Position and Ratio Analysis 6 - 10 Suggestions & Conclusion 11 - 12 Appendices Horizontal & Vertical Analysis of Income Statement Comparative Ratios & averages Trend of Ratios & Percentages Graphical Representation
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Lowe’s Ratio Analysis In the period from 1997-2001 Lowe’s showed a steady increase in working capital. It went from being $2110 million in 1997 to $4920 million in 2001. This shows the company had good amount of liquid assets to conduct and build its business. Lowe’s fixed assets went from $3005 million in 1997 to $8653 million in 2001. Total capital is found by taking working capital and adding it to fixed assets. Lowe’s total capital increased from $5219 million in 1997 to $13736 million in 2001
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