Business Strategy Chapter 9: Business Finances
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What are the two primary categories of credit facilities?

  • Short-term loans and bonds
  • Short-term credit facilities and long-term credit facilities (correct)
  • Equity financing and long-term credit facilities
  • Mortgage facilities and trade credit

Which of the following is not a short-term credit facility?

  • Line of Credit
  • Trade Credit
  • Accounts Payable
  • Mortgages (correct)

Which option is correctly associated with long-term credit facilities?

  • Lease Obligations (correct)
  • Line of Credit
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Trade Credit

What can be considered a business expense in relation to credit facilities?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of short-term credit facilities?

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What is essential for understanding an organization's future financial needs?

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Which aspect is NOT typically included in a financial analysis?

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What are variable costs primarily associated with?

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Why is breakeven point analysis important for organizations?

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In financial planning, what term refers to the cycle of cash flowing into and out of an organization?

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What is the formula for calculating Sales Revenue?

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What is NOT one of the five fundamental components of financial analysis?

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Which component is associated with calculating an organization’s breakeven point?

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Which of the following is part of managing an organization's cash needs?

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What aspect of financial analysis involves examining how an organization generates sales?

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Which term describes the management of profit margins in an organization?

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Which learning objective focuses on understanding the key components associated with generating income?

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Which of the following does cost-base analysis NOT aid in determining?

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What is one crucial factor managers must consider when developing an APO?

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Which statement accurately describes not-for-profit (NFP) organizations in terms of capital structure?

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In most cases, what is the order of preference for organizations in seeking funding?

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What is an essential consideration when a company sets conditions for an IPO?

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What drives the decision-making focus of a not-for-profit organization's management team?

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What factor directly affects market capitalization for a company?

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What strategy should managers consider regarding retained earnings?

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When capital comes from fundraising, which type of organization typically engages in this practice?

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What impact does price dilution have on a company’s stock during a public offering?

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Which source of capital do organizations typically explore last?

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What components make up the Cash Operating Cycle (COC)?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a source of funds derived from operations?

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What does Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) represent in the Cash Operating Cycle?

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Why is it important to understand the cash position of a company?

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What does the sum of Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) reflect?

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When evaluating an organization's capital structure, which factor is crucial?

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What is primarily included in retained earnings?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of funds obtained via credit facilities?

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What is the primary purpose of using charts to analyze revenue streams?

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Which components are included in an organization’s cost structure?

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What distinguishes variable costs from fixed costs?

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What does the BEP (units) formula help determine?

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How can BEP in dollars be calculated once BEP in units is known?

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What is the significance of margin in a business context?

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In the context of total cost base, which type of costs are operational support costs regarded as?

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What is the role of determining cost composition in pricing strategy?

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In calculating the cash operating cycle, which of the following is typically the first step?

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Why might it be unrealistic to compute BEP on a per unit basis for some companies?

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What characterizes direct or variable costs in the production process?

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What is the impact of high margin requirements on an organization?

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What is involved in the second step of the BEP calculation process?

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Financial Analysis

A process of examining an organization's financial performance and position to understand its financial health, risks, and opportunities.

Revenue Model

The strategy an organization uses to generate income by defining how it will sell its products or services and how much it will charge.

Sales Revenue

The total income generated by selling goods or services.

Per Unit Selling Price

The price charged for each individual product or service sold.

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Quantity Sold

The number of products or services sold during a specific period.

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Analyzing Revenue Model Trends

Identifying and understanding the patterns and changes in revenue generation, such as market demand, price fluctuations, or competitor activities.

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Cost-Base Analysis

Examining all expenses associated with producing or delivering goods or services.

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Breakeven Point (BEP)

The point at which total revenue equals total costs; neither profit nor loss is generated.

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Cash Operating Cycle (COC)

The time it takes a company to convert raw materials into cash from sales. It includes days inventory outstanding (DIO), days sales outstanding (DSO), and days payable outstanding (DPO).

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Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO)

Measures the average number of days a company holds inventory before selling it. It shows how efficiently inventory is managed.

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Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)

Represents the average number of days it takes a company to collect payment from customers. It reflects the effectiveness of credit policies.

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Days Payable Outstanding (DPO)

Represents the average number of days a company takes to pay its suppliers. It indicates how efficiently the company manages its payables.

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Capital Structure

The mix of different sources of funds used to finance a company's operations, including debt, equity, and retained earnings.

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Funds Derived from Operations

Internal sources of funding, generated from the company's own profitability and retained earnings, which can be used for growth and investment.

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Retained Earnings

Profits earned by the company that are not distributed to shareholders as dividends but are reinvested back into the business.

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Cash Position

The amount of cash and cash equivalents a company has available at a specific point in time, as reflected in the balance sheet.

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What are credit facilities?

Credit facilities are a type of debt financing used by businesses to obtain funds. They can be short-term or long-term, providing flexible ways for companies to manage their cash flow and invest in growth.

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What are the two main categories of credit facilities?

Credit facilities are categorized into short-term credit facilities and long-term credit facilities, each with distinct features and purposes.

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Name some short-term credit facilities.

Common short-term credit facilities include trade credit, accounts payable and receivable, lines of credit, and collateral.

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Name some long-term credit facilities.

Long-term credit facilities include mortgages, long-term notes, lease obligations and bonds, used for financing major projects and long-term growth strategies.

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What is the cost of borrowing with credit facilities?

The cost of borrowing with credit facilities is represented by interest expense, which is a business expense that must be factored into financial planning.

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What is a revenue model?

A revenue model outlines how an organization generates income from its products or services. It includes different revenue streams and their contribution to overall sales.

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What does a cost structure represent?

A cost structure details all the expenses associated with delivering products or services to the market, including manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and selling.

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What are direct or variable costs?

These costs are directly tied to the production process. They increase or decrease proportionally with the volume of goods produced.

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What are indirect, fixed, or semi-fixed costs?

These costs cover operational support and don't directly relate to creating a product. They remain relatively constant regardless of production volume.

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What is a committed cost?

A committed cost is a fixed cost that the organization has already incurred and cannot easily reduce in the short term.

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What is the breakeven point (BEP)?

The breakeven point is the sales level where total revenue equals total costs, resulting in neither profit nor loss.

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What is the purpose of BEP analysis?

BEP analysis helps businesses determine the sales volume needed to cover all costs and start generating profit. It provides valuable insights for pricing, cost management, and profitability.

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How do you calculate BEP in units?

BEP (units) is calculated by dividing total fixed costs by the difference between selling price per unit and variable costs per unit.

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How do you calculate BEP in dollars?

BEP ($) is calculated by dividing fixed costs by the difference between 1 and the variable cost ratio (variable costs / sales).

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What is a margin?

A margin represents the difference between revenue and costs. It indicates the portion of revenue remaining after paying for specific costs.

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What is the cash operating cycle?

The cash operating cycle measures the time it takes for a business to convert raw materials into cash from sales. It includes days of inventory, days of receivables, and days of payables.

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What is the difference between 'days of inventory' and 'days of receivables' in the cash operating cycle?

Days of inventory measures the time it takes to sell inventory. Days of receivables measures the time it takes to collect payment from customers.

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How do you improve the cash operating cycle?

To improve the cash operating cycle, businesses can: reduce inventory holding time, speed up collections, and secure longer payment terms from suppliers.

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How does the cash operating cycle relate to financial health?

A shorter cash operating cycle indicates better financial health, as it means the business is turning its inventory into cash more quickly, improving cash flow and liquidity.

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Variable Costs

Costs that change directly with the level of production or sales. These costs increase as more products or services are produced or sold.

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Fixed Costs

Costs that remain constant, regardless of the level of production or sales. These costs stay the same even if no products are made or sold.

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Breakeven Point Analysis

A calculation that determines the minimum level of sales needed to cover all fixed and variable costs. It shows the point where profit is zero.

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Cash Operating Cycle

The time period it takes to convert raw materials or inventory into cash from customers. It involves the length of time it takes to purchase materials, produce or acquire goods, and then sell them to customers.

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Capitalization Requirements

The amount of funds needed for long-term investments, such as purchasing significant equipment or expanding facilities.

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Public Equity

A way for a company to raise funds by selling shares of ownership to the public through an IPO (Initial Public Offering) or an APO (Additional Public Offering).

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IPO vs. APO

IPO is the first time a company offers its stock to the public. APO is a later offering, when a company wants to raise more money after an IPO.

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Price Dilution

When new shares are issued, the existing share price may decrease as more shares are available.

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Market Capitalization Value

The total value of a company based on the current share price multiplied by the total number of outstanding shares.

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Internal Funds

Money generated from a company's own operations, such as profits or retained earnings.

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Debt Financing

Borrowing money from banks, investors, or other lenders which needs to be paid back with interest.

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Not-for-Profit Capital

Not-for-profit organizations cannot use equity financing (selling shares) to raise funds. They often rely on donations, grants, and government funding.

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Fundraising for NFPs

Not-for-profits have to find ways to raise money from sources like donations, fundraising events, and grants.

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Maximizing Capital Sources

Organizations need to strategically choose which source of capital (internal, debt, or equity) is best for their current needs and long-term health.

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Study Notes

Business Strategy - Chapter 9: Understanding Business Finances

  • This chapter covers key elements of financial analysis for businesses
  • Learning objectives include understanding financial analysis components, revenue models, cost-base analysis, breakeven point calculation, margin management, and various funding sources
  • Five key areas of financial analysis are revenue model, cash operating cycle (COC), financial analysis focus, cost structure and drivers, margin requirements, and capitalization requirements (ROIC)
  • The revenue model explains how an organization generates sales; sales revenue = per unit selling price x quantity sold. Managers need to analyze underlying trends affecting revenue.
  • Charts can be used to analyze revenue streams from multiple products and to see the contribution each product makes to overall sales
  • Revenue is crucial but is not profit. Revenue is one part of a larger financial assessment
  • Cost structure encompasses total costs for delivering products/services, including manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and selling
  • Costs can be direct/variable (production) or indirect/fixed/semi-fixed (operating support)
  • Cost structure components are procurement of parts, manufacturing costs, distribution costs, marketing/sales costs, administration costs, and post-purchase service/support costs
  • Total cost base = direct/variable costs + indirect/fixed costs
  • Variable versus fixed costs: variable (direct) costs change with production levels; fixed (indirect) costs remain constant regardless of output
  • Committed costs are a type of fixed cost
  • Determining cost composition informs pricing strategies for product marketing
  • Breakeven point (BEP) analysis identifies the minimum production level for no profit or loss
  • BEP(units)= Total Fixed Costs / (Selling Price per Unit – Variable Costs per Unit)
  • Calculating BEP in dollars multiplies BEP (units) by the selling price
  • Margin relates to the revenue remaining after paying for costs
  • Cash operating cycle (COC) measures the time from paying suppliers to receiving cash from customers
  • COC = DIO + DSO – DPO (Days Inventory Outstanding + Days Sales Outstanding – Days Payable Outstanding)
  • Capitalization requirements focus on funding sources for operations, including reviewing capital structure, deciding on financing methods, and determining various funding mixtures. Sources include operations, credit facilities (short-term and long-term), and equity financing options.
  • Internal funding sources include operating profits and retained earnings
  • Debt financing includes short-term (trade credit, accounts payable, accounts receivable, lines of credit, collateral) and long-term (bonds, mortgages, long-term notes, lease obligations) options
  • Equity financing options cover private equity, angel investors, private equity firms, venture capitalists, and public equity (IPO, APO)
  • Not-for-profit (NFP) organizations rely on funding from sources like philanthropy, fundraising events, and government grants to fund operations, instead of equity financing

Business Strategy - Chapter Summary

  • Chapter summaries reiterate key concepts and concepts covered in the chapter.
  • Summaries provided include Fundamentals of Financial Analysis, Revenue Model, Cost Structure and Cost Drivers, Variable vs Fixed Costs, Breakeven Point Analysis, Margin Requirements, Cash Operating Cycle, Capitalization Requirements, and Sources of Funds, Putting It All Together, A Note Pertaining to Not-for-Profits, Management Reflection-The Need for Capital.

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