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The key issues in the case include low level of borrowed funds, cash and cash equivalents and reduction in the rate of sales growth. Recommendations on the increase of borrowed funds examine a recapitalization strategy, in which it lends equal to $1 billion to repurchase its shares. Recommendations concerning increase in cash and cash equivalents consider the sale of unused or unwanted objects and reserves for an amount of $456.65 Mio. Recommendations on the increase of sales growth rate to at least 4.4%, including the improvement of advertising campaign and application of the strategy of mergers and acquisitions.

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Valuation of a Public Company: Nike Inc.

About the company
Nike Inc. is an American multinational organization that designs and manufactures sports footwear, apparel and accessories. The company was originally founded as Blue Ribbon Sports in 1961 when it started its operations through sales on distribution basis for a Japanese footwear company, Onitsuka Tiger. However, the founders, Phillip Knight and Bill Bowerman, soon started their own company in 1971, while its brand logo, ‘’Just Do It’’ was patented in 1974. At present, the company has the largest market share in sports footwear industry, where it revenue exceeds $28 Billion. As of 2014, the brand value of Continue reading...

Since Zara store in Villagio mall opened its doors, it has established itself as a serious contender in the fashion business. Its highly fashionable designs continue to maintain the high standards of the winning Zara brand. The Zara brand focusses on customer service. Zara store offers high-quality modern clothing, shoes and accessories for women, men and kids at competitive prices. They offer a range of clothing such as shorts, trousers, dresses, shirts, and blouses. These range of clothes are accompanied by shoes such as jelly shoes, rubber raised driving shoes, lace up shoes, casual shoes, mesh training shoes, patent Continue reading...

International Trade Finance

Section 1: Introduction
The main aim of designing the report is to provide an in-depth analysis into Seward Inc financial performance. A firm can strengthen its financial position when it has a better understanding of its financial position. The position is further understood through comparative analysis where the various financial ratios are compared to other competitors or the general performance within the industry. The report consists of various sections that look into the business performance through profitability leverage and efficiency, the comparative analysis and finally the ratio analysis.

Section 2: Firms performance analysis

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Verizon and BT are considered the largest institution in the video conferencing industry due to their capacity to finance the day to day operation. According to the recent research, it is evident that both Verizon and BT have a stable capital structure that has led to the realization of their high growth rate in the market. In other terms, the two organizations have set in place strategic planning and mechanism that ensures there is adequate inflow and outflow of resources. Verizon has been in a best position to increase its growth rate due to its ability to settle its Continue reading...

Background

The case deals with the projections made by the Flash Company for the upcoming three years and the dilemma of whether to accept the new proposal or not.

Problem Statement

The problem that is clearly reflected in the case is that the Company, Flash Memory Inc. is trying to expand its operations of the business, but it does not have the required financing. Since there are doubt issues on the growth stability of the Company, the Chief Financial Officer of the Company, Hathaway Browne, was interested in analyzing the aspects of investing and financing requirements for the extension of the business Continue reading...

Introduction

It has been a concern in the business sector when determining the financial position or financial performance of any company. It is easy to use financial analysis method in assessing the performance of a company. This is where the assessment of profitability, stability and viability of any project in a business is carried out. By evaluating the financial statements of an enterprise, the picture of the company's profitability and financial position is determined in a particular accounting period. Financial analysis of the business is carried out by the use of ratio analysis. Ratio analysis can be used to evaluate Continue reading...

Introduction

Financial analysis is the research process of financial condition and the main results of financial activity in order to identify the reserves for increasing its market value and provide further effective development. The results of the financial analysis are the basis for management decisions and the creation of a strategy for further development of the company. Therefore, the financial analysis is an integral part of financial management, its most important component (Keown, Martin, Petty and Scott, 2001).
Under Armour was chosen for conducting financial analysis, because it is one of the most innovative and conceptual companies in the production Continue reading...

International Trade Finance

Section 1: Introduction
This report is designed with the sole purpose of strengthening Seward Inc financial position, through providing an in-depth analysis of the firm’s financial performance. The content of the report consist of the various financial ratios such as the profitability and leverage ratios, and how this ratios compares to the overall industrial ratios as provided by the financial analyst.

Section 2: Firm performance

Profitability measures are the most important thing to business managers. One of the most used tools for determining the business bottom line and its return to investors is by the use of profitability ratios. The operating profit Continue reading...

1) Scrub Daddy
The presenter Aaron Krause introduces a product that wants to make everyday cleaning easier. He did an initial demonstration pitching and showing the product then he talked with the Sharks to make a deal. He told how he was selling on QVC, in five supermarkets, and online. He made 100,000 dollars in 4 months but needed more to run an efficient manufacturing plant Initially it was said that the difficult part was not the product but the retail vision as there are so many competing products on the shelves for lower price points. The Sharks Continue reading...

The Data that will be used for the entire analysis is as follows

Operating Income = $ 5 Million
Depreciation Expense = $ 1 Million
Interest Expense = $ 1 Million
Corporate Tax Rate = 40%

Net Income of Rattner Robotics is as follows

Operating Income $ 5 Million
Less: Interest Expense $ 1 Million
Net Income before Tax = $ 4 Million
Tax 40% = $ 1.6 Million
Net Income after Tax = $ 2.4 Million

Net Operating Working Capital (NOWC) of Rattner Robotics is as follows

NOWC = Current Assets – Account Payable
= $ 3.4 Million
NOWC = $ 3.4 Million
Assume that all the current assets and current liabilities are operating, and then the net working capital of the company will be the same like Net Operating Working Capital.
= Current Assets + Net Income - liabilities
= $ 3 million

The Free cash flow (FCF) of the company is as follows

FCF = EBIT (1-Tax Rate) + Depreciation – Change in Working Capital – Capital Expenditure
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Introduction: Strategic Profile and Case Analysis Purpose

The MGM Resorts International is multinational company in the hospitality industry that manages a chain of hotels or properties in different states and parts of the world. MGM operates in different states including Michigan, Mississippi, and Nevada and in China. With over 45,000 employees locally and international, MGM is capable of catering to its guest. Quality accommodations and services are the main reasons why MGM was able to acquire $18.09 billion enterprise value in 2010. In 2010, MGM gained revenues that amounted to $6 billion. Due to this scale, MGM is one of the top three largest and Continue reading...

Re: Financial forecasts and associated discussion

Dear CEO,Following your request, please find attached the financial statement forecasts for 2016 which include the income statement and the balance sheet. The points to be discussed in this memo will be addressed below:
As can be seen from the forecasted financial statements, the increase in sales does not required additional fixed assets, therefore the company’s investing needs are nil this year. However, to reach the fixed objective of bringing days payables outstanding to 40 days, accounts payable will need to be reduced to $0.9m, compared to a previous year amount of $1.8m. This reduction will thus Continue reading...

This paper starts with a description of current marketing communication, identity, and brand position of Plaza Home Health Services (PHHS). The researcher then provides a SWOT analysis associated with the current marketing strategy and brand image of the health services provider. The paper also presents a thorough assessment of the importance of benchmarking in Plaza Home Health Services’ development and implementation of an effective brand strategy. Finally, the researcher will compare branding and communication strategies of a similar health services organization to determine whether or not Plaza Home Health Services should apply additional best practices into its current branding Continue reading...

Business

Section
Strategic Action for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
A critical strategic issue facing the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line is to actively adopt environmentally friendly strategies.
What actions can the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line in order to actively adopt environmentally friendly strategies while at the same time achieving profit goals?

Stop dumping sewage into the oceans, ports and seas of the world using on-ship waste water treatment.

The strategic objective of the research project is to learn if Royal Caribbean Cruise Line can adopt an environmentally friendly way to discharge polluted water from the hull.

The financial objectives are to review the company’s annual report and find an affordable environmentally friendly strategy.

The strategic objective is to evaluate the opportunities the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line can adopt in order to meet environmental regulations on Continue reading...

Captain Edith Strong is a veteran who has been working with the law enforcement agency for more than 18 years and is working as a watch commander in Rogersville’s Field Operation Division. White men were mainly employed in this field operation, and every officer had an assigned job which had to be performed in a systematic manner. The officers that have been assigned to a special task has a higher morale and satisfaction level, and they are able to create a trustworthy relationship as they can communicate with other officers. On the other hand, the officers on patrol Continue reading...

Introduction: Strategic Profile and Case Analysis Purpose

In the introduction, briefly outline what the company does, how it developed historically, what problems it is experiencing, and how you are going to approach the issues in the case write-up.
MGM is one of the leading firms in the hospitality industry that has at least 15 wholly owned resorts in Michigan, Mississippi, and Nevada. The company boasts of around 45,000 full-time employees and portfolio of around $18.09 billion. Although it was hit hard by the recession in the past, most analysts still believe that it is a good company worthy to be invested in the future. The Continue reading...

Gillette has for decades been recognized for its creativity in both product development and marketing strategy. For this reason, Gillette has been able to remain highly competitive and is a global leader in the razor and blade industry. The renowned razor and blades company comprises majority of the industry’s market share. Gillette was established in 1901 by King.C.Gillette it significantly altered personal hygiene and grooming with new inventions such as the safety razor. The company dominated the razor and blade industry until 1962 when serious competition started. Other competitors such as Wilkinson Sword joined the industry when they Continue reading...

Willamette’s book value at the time of acquisition

Essentially, book value refers to the total value of assets less the value of liabilities. With 110 million shares outstanding going for $55.5 per share, the company had $6.105 billion. Out of this, the company owed $1.7 billion to Weyerhaeuser (although Weyerhaeuser did forgo that debt as part of the deal). The book value is $6.105 minus $1.7 billion. That comes to $4.405 billion.

Willamette’s value: DCF Model

The DCF (discounted cash flow) model takes into consideration the money the company is likely to make in the future.
Willamette’s market capitalization at the time of sale
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Issue

Coca-Cola in Colombia received a lot of criticism for its ethical misconduct to both its employees and union members. According to code of ethical conduct, a company needs to allow its employees to exercise their rights of being in a union. In addition, a company should handle its employees with a lot of respect and should not take the advantage to bully them in any way. Unfortunately, Coca Cola is criticized for using paramilitaries to force union members out of the company something that resulted to death of one member. In addition, the company also used the paramilitary security Continue reading...

Business risk means the possibility that an auditor incurs damage to his professional training. It may also be defined as the danger that may arise from activities or in activities that could unfavourably affect an entity’s capabilities to attain its purposes and implement its policies. Risks are a usual part of business, however, if not well managed they can endanger the operations of companies. There are countless reasons that may cause a client‘s business risk. They include progressive scientific change, competitors’ activities such as discounting values of goods and services and including new product lines in their Continue reading...

Hilary Andrews comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Her father ran a building and landscaping company and her sister ran a public relations company. Hilary wanted to be a beauty therapist so she left Sixth Form College to go to a private college ahead of going to work in a beauty salon. However it was not too long before she opened her own salon in Woking, in 1983. But Hilary got bored and felt unhappy with the insecurity of self-employment, so in 1990 she took a teacher training course and then a degree in education, going on to teach Continue reading...

Business risk is the probability that an auditor will suffer a loss or injury to his professional practice. It may also be defined as the risk that result from significant conditions, events, circumstances, actions or inactions that could adversely affect an entity’s abilities to achieve its objectives and execute its strategies. Risks are a natural part of the business, however, if not controlled they can jeopardize the operations of companies. There are various reasons that may result in a higher assessment of client‘s business risk. They include, overall economic climate, advanced technological change like when Apple’s Continue reading...

a) Identify the Causes of the Crisis Situation in Cyprus
This crisis resulted from a combination of factors which included globalization of finance that encouraged high risk lending and borrowing practices, financial crisis which was international trade imbalances, real estate bubbles and the great recession which is the policy that was related to the government revenues and expenses and approaches that was being used by the states in bailing out banking industries that was causing troubles.
b) Similarities and Differences from Other Crises That Happened Previously in the Euro Zone
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While considering the different nuances of the business environment in regards to Jones Electrical distribution , the following case issues will be investigated as follows:
Issue 1: Jones electrical has been trying to keep its operating expenses at a minimum; one of the methods is by taking advantage of the 2% early payment discounts to vendors. Management will have to determine if it is worth borrowing to take advantage of the above discount. To do this with growing sales, Jones electrical requires a bigger line of credit than what it is getting now.
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Sales

The BOD (Board of Directors) minutes show that the sales could have increased by 10%.However, Mr. Unum explained that the sales did not meet expectations; hence Apollo increased their prices. The decline in sales by 0.014% is due to the increased prices. Additionally, the proportion of sales in the net sales increased by 102.33% as at 12-31-2013 and by 105.32% as at 12-31-2014.The increased percentages show that there could be a misstatement in the financial records.
b. Sales Returns
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Is dog food an attractive category?

Dogs have always been a favorite pet for a significant number of households across the globe and from what it seems, their number will keep rising (Calkins & Deming, 2010 p.1). Apart from that, people not only want to have o a dog as a pet, but also tend to keep more than one, especially those that consider their dog(s) part of the family. To more than 90 percent of dog owners, their dog is taken care of like another family member or a companion, which means they are willing to spend a considerable amount of money to make Continue reading...