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(2005, 7000 words)
The paper reports on the financial performance of O2 Group, a mobile communications services provider, presenting their market and financial overview and analyzing their ratios, competitors, risks, dividend policy, gearing and shareholders wealth, debt, disposals, joint ventures, sources of capital, etc. The financial highlights of 2005 are made.
(2004, 4500 words)
The paper reports on the financial performance of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the UK company producing health related goods, analyzing their financial summary for 2003 and comparing it with the previous years along the lines of cash flows, assets levels, profitability ratios, sources of finance, risks, etc. Comparisons with a competitive company Astrazeneca (AZN) are made.
(2005, 4500 words)
The paper reports on the Vodafone group analysing their performance over the past years and reviewing their sources of finance, levels of gearing, dividend policy, results of acquisitions and the merger with American Air Touch Communication, share prices, etc.
(2005, 4500 words)
The paper presents a financial plan for the Godiva Company, and strategic analysis of Westerbuty PLC including performance bonus plan, the issues of working capital management, capital structure, external investment, operating cycle, etc.
(2005, 2000 words)
The paper examines the models of estimating company valuation including MM61 and Ohlson models; MM is applied to the estimation of the share prices for the Boots group; the problems in estimating share prices are outlined.
(2005, 3000 words)
Blacks Leisure Group plc. is the largest UK retailer of sports and outdoor apparels. It comprises several brand-name stores such as Blacks and Millets as well as Spirit and Just Add Water, the leading retail chain in the newly emerging UK boardwear market.
The report analyses the company financial performance for the years 2004 and 2005 by using various ratios: profitability; liquidity; gearing; investor ratios; corporate ratios. The author analyses the financial progress of the company in 2005 as compared to 2004 and makes assumptions about the groups strategic orientation and market behaviour. Where appropriate, the author gives recommendations as to which steps the company might wish to undertake if it is to continue its growth. Finally, the report concludes with an examination of limitations of the ratio analysis.
(2005, 2000 words)
The paper analyses the performance of two UK grocery retailers, Tesco and Sainsburys, for the period of 2002-2003, providing information on their performance indicators and conducting ratio analysis of liquidity, solvency, profitability and investors returns. The implications of the study for managerial accounting systems are highlighted.
(2003, 2000 words)
The paper reviews the ratios relevant for a companys performance evaluation, i.e. group operation profit and turnover; current assets and liabilities; changes in accounting policies; cash flow statements. The ratios are used to analyze the performance of AMEYs PLC group accounts over the past years.
(2004, 4500 words)
The paper presents financial analysis of Head NV, Amer Group, and Adidas-Salomon by calculating different financial ratios for the periods of 2001, 2002, and 2003 in order to find out in which of the companies to invest
(2004, 2000 words)
This report is concerned with financial analysis on Manchester United PLC. Firstly here is to assess the financial performance of Manchester United PLC in the accounting period of 2002/2003. It is associated with five sectors: profitability, operating efficiency, liquidity, finance and investment. This report will apply a range of accounting and financial ratios to analyze and research the financial performance of Manchester United PLC.
(2005, 1000 words)
This paper presents the analysis of financial positions of British Airways and Tesco. The main purpose of the author is not to thoroughly analyze the financial results of both companies but rather to illustrate how analysts' reports should be designed. Therefore, the Word, Excel and PowerPoint files aim to meet requirements set by the clients of investment banks. A wide range of effects is used during the analysis. This paper may be useful for those students who strive to make nice-looking and catchy reports, but organized in the formal tradition of investment banks.
(2003, 4000 words)
The paper reports on the European airline industry defining the principal categories of air carriers and measures for the profitability in the airline sector. The author focuses on the performance of Ryan Air, a passenger airline company serving short routs in Europe. The profile of the company is presented outlining the issues related to efficiency, liquidity, cash flow, gearing, etc. Environmental, social, financial and ethical aspects of the company's activities are addressed.
(2004, 4000 words)
The paper provides a profile of the Hilton Group multi-national company. An overview of the hotel and tourism industry is presented; the history of the company is traced focusing on the performance of two hotels belonging to the Group. Analysis of the potential investment in the hotels is performed; an overview of their business position on the UK stock market is provided. Conclusions are made about the financial statements of Hilton Group PLC and InterContinental Group PLC using various ratios.
(2005, 2500 words)
The aim of this report is to analyse the overall performance of Marks & Spencer and Debenhams considering the ratios analysis and market position of both the companies to establish a decision from an investor point of view of whether to invest in Marks & Spencer or Debenhams. This report is spread over three sections; Calculation and Interpretation of the ratios of Marks & Spencer Comparison of Marks & Spencer with Debenhams Plc using Ratio Analysis and Market Factors, Conclusion & Recommendations.
(2004, 1000 words)
The paper examines the performance of Astrazeneca (AZN), an Anglo/Swedish pharmaceutical company, on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). A point by point analysis of its major share movements over a year's period is given. Conclusions are made about the variables that make the sector more volatile than the average.
(2005, 3500 words)
In this coursework broad range of practical skills in accounting and finance is covered. It contains creating of financing statement for a company (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow), ratio analysis (including analysis of profitability, liquidity gearing etc.), cash flow budgeting and analysis of performance of a real company from hotel industry (First Choice Holyday plc year 2003). The paper contains interactive tables which can explain the calculations for a curious student if he clicked on it (in excel format) that make the paper appropriate for self studying.
(2003, 1900 words)
The paper presents analysis of financial ratios of Fuller Smith & Turner company for the period 2000-2003. Then the paper analyses the annual reports of the company for same period of time, compares the financial performance of the company with the main competitors, and analyses the forecasts of independent analysts.
(2004, 3300 words)
This work is dedicated to financial statement analysis of Wm Morrison, one of the biggest retail supermarket chains in the UK. Although financial analysis and valuation are the main goals of the paper comprehensive study of competitive position of the company as well as its business strategy is accomplished. These steps help to understand sustainability of present revenues in future which will be the main factor of DCF analysis. Accounting analysis allowing for potential distortions in the financial statements is also fulfilled. Thorough financial ratio analysis, including cross-sectional and longitudinal analysis of nearest competitors, favourably distinguishes this work from the similar valuations. DCF analysis based on the 5-year forecasting of financial results and Comps analysis of the firms multiples lead to fair value of the company. Another beneficial feature of this work is that it takes into account the merger of Safeway chain with Wm Morrison. All valuation procedures are conducted for the new company. This work will be indispensable for students who need to make comprehensive financial ratio analysis and evaluation of retail outlets.
(2005, 3400 words)
The paper contains the comparison of probably two most significant players on the retail market TESCO plc and Sainsburys. The report includes the analysis of the companys activity for several recent years (up to 2004) based on ratio and financial analysis. It includes the comparison of solvency, profitability, liquidity capital structure (gearing) and other important characteristics of any business activity. To make marking process pleasant, the work contains some nice graphs and tables to disclosure the information in the text. Moreover, the graphs and tables are interactive and can be opened to gain the information and calculation used for the report. For that just click on any graph (except share prices graph) and explore the contents.
(2004, 1500 words)
This paper performs a financial analysis of two companies: Dee Valley group Plc and East Surrey Holding Plc with the aim to estimate a potential for investing to them. The analyses are made on the base of financial statements data: the balance sheet, cash flow, income data, the calculations and the annual reports data. The profitability ratios (ROCE, ROE), the companys leverage, cash flow and market data are interrelated and do highlight the companies performances. As the conclusion, the comparative analysis of the companies financial performances is made and the best of them in terms of investing potentiality is defined.
(2003, 2700 words)
This report compares the financial strengths and weaknesses of Scottish & Newcastle plc and Young & Co.'s Brewery plc based on their Annual Reports (1997-2001) as well as assesses the position of the company amongst their industry peer groups in terms of size influence and standing. These financial strengths and weaknesses are based on the trends of the companies' financial and profitability ratios for the past five years.
(2004, 5800 words)
This research paper identifies different definitions of intellectual capital as well as its classifications. And then begins to look at different IC measurement model, such as Skandia Navigator, balanced scorecard together with their appropriateness and application as IC measurement and management tools. Finally it examines the relationship between company's financial performance and intellectual capital performance through both quantitative and qualitative research approaches into Skandia Company
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