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[rj_skillz]

Hey wassup people,

Hope you lot are doing well..!!

I had lots of success in getting help from many fellow HF members for my last coursework and Im glad to say I got a 2,1! Hoping I get a first in my next one [img]http://www.hookahforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif[/img]

Its a business essay..combines of 7 mini questions! and I've completed 3 but need help on a few others! Its pretty much all on Ratios.

Any sort of suggestion or advise will be really helpful [img]http://www.hookahforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif[/img]

Thank you for reading.

[i]1. If you had to choose three ratios for their importance in revealing company information which would you choose and why? (15 marks)
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[i]5. Do ratios accurately reflect the performance of a company? Explain. (15 marks)

6. What other indicators of company health besides ratios might one look for? (15 marks)
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[i]7. Explain the recent government policy moves towards greater transparency in company accounts? (15 marks)

[/i]Thank you again [img]http://www.hookahforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif[/img]

RJ Edited January 4, 2010 by rj_skillz

[Jacob Shock]

Ow you made my brain hurt.

[rahl071]

Is this the subjects like Current Ratio, Acid Test, Etc.?

If so, current ratio is one of your most important; looking up the definition will tell you why. It helps measure a company's liquidity, which is a very important concept. Ratios *somewhat* reflect a company's performance, but they're only the scratch on the surface. For people who need a photograph view of a company that is smaller than one page, yes, they're useful. However, they are calculated annually, so a company's performance may not be accurately reflected by such an infrequent system. High stock performance, company expansion, innovation, and employment are some good indicators of company growth. The recent policies are up to you; I don't like to get into that with people I don't know, as I may try to choke them.

That's just a general rundown; there are obviously more answers, but hope this helps.

[rj_skillz]

[quote name='rahl071' date='07 January 2010 - 05:01 PM' timestamp='1262883687' post='443774']
Is this the subjects like Current Ratio, Acid Test, Etc.?

If so, current ratio is one of your most important; looking up the definition will tell you why. It helps measure a company's liquidity, which is a very important concept. Ratios *somewhat* reflect a company's performance, but they're only the scratch on the surface. For people who need a photograph view of a company that is smaller than one page, yes, they're useful. However, they are calculated annually, so a company's performance may not be accurately reflected by such an infrequent system. High stock performance, company expansion, innovation, and employment are some good indicators of company growth. The recent policies are up to you; I don't like to get into that with people I don't know, as I may try to choke them.

That's just a general rundown; there are obviously more answers, but hope this helps.
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Hey man..thanks for the information! But I really need help with the last question and since you know some policies, I dont mind listenining lol

As for Q1, I have chosen Current, Stock Turnover and Gearing Ratios. I think they are real good ratios in revealing companies info. But I need help re-writing my crap paragraph..I cant think anymore lol!

Here it is anyway..

This ratio measures how well the business sells the value of its stock during the period of a year. It is calculated by the cost of goods sold divided by its average stocks. A higher stock turnover is better for a business because money is then tied up for less time in stocks. Also, a quick stock turnover means businesses can gain profits from those stocks quicker making the business more competitive and efficient. On the other hand, a lower stock turnover means that money is tied up in stocks for longer. This means the money they could of generated cannot be used elsewhere. Thus, making this an important ratio.

I need to make it more sound and sweet..Any of you guys can help out?

RJ Edited January 7, 2010 by rj_skillz