Managerial Finance Lecture 1 - Introduction
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What is the primary focus of a financial manager compared to an accountant?

  • Presentation of financial data
  • Analyzing and interpreting financial data (correct)
  • Maintaining accounting records
  • Auditing financial statements
  • Which financing need is associated with the cash flow from profit?

  • Repay interest and loan obligations (correct)
  • Pay dividends
  • Invest in assets
  • Increase net profits
  • In terms of firm operations, what does 'M' stand for?

  • Maximizing capital
  • Market share
  • Minimizing costs
  • Management of resources (correct)
  • What is the primary purpose of financial management?

    <p>Increasing shareholder value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT included in calculating the return on investment?

    <p>Market conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when it is stated that 'cash is king' in finance?

    <p>Operational liquidity is crucial for business sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When evaluating investments, what is a critical consideration for investors?

    <p>The risk versus the expected return</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two key financing options can a company pursue?

    <p>Equity and debt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of investments, what do dividends represent for investors?

    <p>A portion of the firm’s cash flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial metric is typically used to assess an investment's performance over a year?

    <p>Return on investment (ROI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor does NOT influence the decision between borrowing and issuing stock?

    <p>Market share</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the income statement primarily show?

    <p>The profitability during a certain period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the balance sheet?

    <p>It represents the financial position of the firm at a specific time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the equation Assets = Liabilities + Shareholders' Equity important?

    <p>It ensures that all financial statements are balanced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about cash flow and profit?

    <p>Profit from operations equals cash flow from operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does the statement of cash flows provide?

    <p>It explains the change in cash and why it changed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are long-lived assets categorized in the balance sheet?

    <p>As assets that do not have physical substance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When reviewing the balance sheet, what does a snapshot refer to?

    <p>An instantaneous view of assets and liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the statement of cash flows?

    <p>Liabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Managerial Finance Lecture 1 - Introduction

    • Learning Objectives:
      • Define the role of finance.
      • Define the role of a financial manager.
      • Review financial statements.

    What is the Role of Finance?

    • Finance involves making decisions about investments and financing.
    • The goal is to maximize shareholder wealth.
    • Finance functions by:
      • Making the right financial decisions to generate sales revenue at the lowest cost.
      • Making the right investment decisions to achieve shareholders’ wealth.
      • Satisfying shareholders through increasing stock price and dividend payments.

    What is the Role of a Financial Manager?

    • The role of a financial manager involves three main tasks:
      • Financing: Raising funds, repaying interest and loan obligations, and returning cash to investors (dividends).
      • Investing: Making investment decisions.
      • Management of resources: Generating cash flow from operations and reinvesting cash.

    Review of Financial Statements

    • Financial statements provide information about a company's financial performance and position.
      • Income Statement: Shows profitability over a period of time (revenues - expenses = profit/loss).
      • Balance Sheet: Shows the financial position at a specific point in time (assets = liabilities + equity).
      • Statement of Cash Flows: Shows the change in cash over a period of time (operating, investing, financing activities).

    Example: Carrefour 2017

    • Revenues: 91,513 million Euros
    • Expenses: 90,945 million Euros
    • Profit: 568 million Euros (profitability over a certain period - year)
    • Balance Sheet (Carrefour) 2017: Shows the financial position of the firm at a particular point.
      • Assets: 53,650 million
      • Liabilities: 43,087 million
      • Shareholders Equity: 10,563 million
      • Assets = Liabilities + Shareholder's equity

    What is Finance?

    • A broad concept concerning financial decisions that maximize shareholder wealth.

    Additional Details

    • Ret vs Risk: Risk and return are important considerations
    • Best Investment: No single best investment across all conditions - the best investment is contingent on the circumstances.
    • Investor Return: Investors receive a return from organizations listed in stock exchanges, which are comprised of profits, assets, and cash flow.
      • Example: Carrefour 2019 return on investment.
        • Purchase price per share: 27.52 Euro
        • Dividend per share: 1.08 cents
        • Sale price per share: 33.06 Euro
        • Calculate ROI using the formula: ROI = (capital gains + dividends) / investment.
    • Carrefour 2020 (example): Information is available on stock price as at Dec 31/2020, and at the start of 2020, market cap(21,005 Billion), dividend per share (1.05 euro) and dividend yield 3.5%

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    Explore the foundational concepts of Managerial Finance in this introductory lecture. Learn about the crucial roles of finance and financial managers, including key responsibilities surrounding investments, financing, and resources management. This quiz will enhance your understanding of financial statements and shareholder wealth maximization.

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