S/F/88. Managing Finance - An Analysis of B.P. plc

This report contains a thorough analysis of BP’s financial activities. Strategic management maintains the supply of internal, external, financial and non-financial, information about competitors. This report sets BP’s position within its environment focussing upon qualitative and quantitative information about them and their key competitors, Exxon Mobil (XOM). It includes detailed financial analyses covering 1999-2003, including calculation of relevant ratios and the application of a Balanced Scorecard. Attention is given to the future of BP including factors to consider when forecasting and making company projections. The report makes reference to relevant literature and contains conclusions relating to their future.