Industry Dynamics and PEST Analysis Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT one of the key factors that a credit analyst needs to evaluate when assessing a borrower's capacity?

  • The current and forecasted levels of operating cash flow generation
  • The sustainability of the company's forecasted cash flow
  • The company's market share and industry position (correct)
  • The amount of cash tied up in working capital
  • The statement of cash flows is used to identify the company's:

  • Compliance with financial regulations
  • Profitability and growth drivers
  • Competitive positioning in the industry
  • Sources and uses of funds (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a key component of the cash flow statement?

  • Financing activities
  • Investing activities
  • Competitive strategies (correct)
  • Operating activities
  • Which of the following is a key factor that a credit analyst should consider when evaluating a company's capacity to service and repay debt?

    <p>The sustainability of the company's forecasted cash flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key component of the Corporate Finance Institute's capacity assessment framework?

    <p>The company's succession planning for key management roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the LEAST important factor for a credit analyst to consider when assessing a borrower's capacity?

    <p>The company's compliance with financial regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST important factor for a credit analyst to consider when assessing a borrower's capacity?

    <p>The sustainability of the company's forecasted cash flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key component of the Corporate Finance Institute's capacity assessment framework?

    <p>The company's competitive positioning in the industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the LEAST relevant factor for a credit analyst to consider when assessing a borrower's capacity?

    <p>The company's succession planning for key management roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST important component of the Corporate Finance Institute's capacity assessment framework?

    <p>The sustainability of the company's forecasted cash flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Porter's 6 Forces

    • Evaluate industry dynamics and attractiveness by analyzing:
      • Threat of potential entrants
      • Power of complementary good/service providers
      • Bargaining power of buyers
      • Intensity of industry rivalry
      • Threat of substitute goods/services
      • Bargaining power of suppliers

    PEST Analysis

    • Assess the general business environment by examining:
      • Political factors
      • Environmental factors
      • Legal factors
      • Economic factors
      • Technological factors
      • Social factors

    Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)

    • Assessing industry dynamics and attractiveness using Porter's 6 Forces
    • Conducting PEST analysis to assess the general business environment
    • Analyzing company's competitive position and risk management

    SWOT Analysis

    • Evaluate internal factors:
      • Strengths
      • Weaknesses
    • Evaluate external factors:
      • Opportunities
      • Threats

    Loan Contract and Requirements

    • Key components of a loan contract:
      • Conditions – guidelines and obligations
      • Purpose
      • Amount
      • Specific loan conditions
      • Term
      • Pricing
      • Covenants
    • Importance of understanding loan conditions to assess risk

    Character Overview

    • Evaluate a company's character by:
      • Assessing its history and operations
      • Assessing the management team

    Assessing the Company

    • Evaluate company history:
      • Length of existence
      • Track record
      • Customer base
      • Growth (organic and through acquisitions)
    • Evaluate current operations:
      • Understanding of business operations
      • People, process, and information systems
    • Evaluate future operations:
      • Growth plans (organic, mergers, acquisitions, new markets, new products)
      • Extension of existing or new products and services

    Assessing the Management Team

    • Evaluate management team's:
      • Past performance
      • Reputation
      • Planning experience
      • Business and financial acumen
      • Attitude towards risk
      • Skills in:
        • Planning
        • Organizing
        • Leading
        • Controlling
        • Communication
        • Financial reporting
        • Measurement
        • Financial compliance
        • Competency
        • Performance reporting

    Capacity Overview

    • Evaluate a company's capacity to service and repay debt by:
      • Analyzing current and forecasted operating cash flow generation
      • Evaluating cash tied up in working capital
      • Assessing sustainable forecasted cash flow to service debt obligations

    Analyzing the Cash Flow Statement

    • Use the cash flow statement to identify sources and uses of funds
    • Evaluate operating, investing, and financing activities
    • Analyze drivers of sustainable profitability and growth

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    Test your knowledge on assessing industry dynamics, attractiveness, and conducting a PEST analysis. Explore topics like Porter's 6 Forces, threat of potential entrants, bargaining power of buyers, industry rivalry, and more.

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