Category: Accounting

Perform financial statement analysis on Amazon.com versus Walmart, using ratios

Perform financial statement analysis on Amazon.com versus Walmart, using ratios and Excel spreadsheet for the most recent published year end date (Fiscal 2022). Prepare a one-page persuasive memo explaining the comparison and attach an Excel image showing your ratio calculations for Amazon. Combined, I believe you can submit both on a single two-page document. Ensure your Excel file is clearly labeled and easily readable and your essay is cogent.
First paragraph:
Introduce your companies (walmart and amazon)
Introduce your method (using ratio analysis and business valuation)
Preview your message
Body of your paper:
Deliver your message … for this assignment use two paragraphs… one for ratio analysis (profitability, productivity and financial leverage) and the other for your two methods of business valuation.
Conclusion:
Summarize your findings and give your advice based on your findings.

Discussion Questions:
Managerial Perspective: How does differentiating between p

Discussion Questions:
Managerial Perspective: How does differentiating between product and period costs influence decision-making within your concentration? Consider how this impacts resource allocation and strategic planning in your field.
Example: For Marketing students, distinguishing between product and period costs can greatly influence how marketing campaigns are budgeted and assessed. For instance, advertising expenses are often categorized as period costs, which might downplay their long-term strategic value. Understanding this distinction can help marketing teams more effectively allocate resources and justify budget needs during strategic planning.
Transparency and Accountability: How does classifying costs this way contribute to transparent and accountable external reporting? What role does this play in supporting strong corporate governance?
Example: For Marketing professionals, segregating product and period costs can clarify financial statements, ensuring that stakeholders have a transparent view of how resources are allocated for brand-building activities versus operational costs.
Critical Evaluation: Are there situations where differentiating between product and period costs could be limiting? What are some arguments against strict classification in your focus area?
Example: Marketing professionals might argue that classifying certain expenses, like extensive market research, as period costs could undervalue their role in product development, leading to reduced investment in critical initiatives.
Dual-Purpose Accounting: Should internal management of these costs differ from external reporting? If so, how can this be balanced without compromising integrity and compliance?
Example: From a Marketing perspective, advertising and promotional expenses, categorized as period costs externally, might be prioritized differently internally to focus on long-term brand growth while still ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
Recommended Reading:
Van der Stede, W. A. (2015). Management accounting: Where from, where now, where to? Journal of Management Accounting Research, 27(1), 171-176. doi:10.2308/jmar-51059
Man, M., & Ravs, B. (2017). Implementation of management accounting tools solution to enhance the performance of public capital companies in difficulty: Case study: Romanian Television Company. Internal Auditing & Risk Management, 12(1), 1-15.
Chiarini, A., & Vagnoni, E. (2015). World-class manufacturing by Fiat: Comparison with Toyota Production System from a strategic management, management accounting, operations management, and performance measurement dimension. International Journal of Production Research, 53(2), 590-606. doi:10.1080/00207543.2014.958596
I look forward to reading your diverse perspectives and analyses. Your contributions will greatly enrich our discussions!
Discussion Guidelines:
Initial Response: Please post your initial response by Wednesday to set the tone for the week.
Substantive Engagement: Support your viewpoints with course concepts and scholarly citations, including at least one peer-reviewed source. The TAMUCT Electronic Library is an excellent resource for finding scholarly references.
Peer Interaction: Engage meaningfully with at least two classmates’ initial posts, offering critical analysis or constructive feedback.
Ongoing Dialogue: While continuous engagement is encouraged, ensure your contributions fulfill the two-peer reply requirement.
Complete Responses: Address all aspects of the discussion questions in your posts.

Part VII – the last of the case study
Pages 558-562 in the 16 ed book
I am uplo

Part VII – the last of the case study
Pages 558-562 in the 16 ed book
I am uploading the excel, we might need excel and word for this. word for the writing, excel for the calculations

This journal assignment measures your mastery of CLO 4.
Reflect on what you have

This journal assignment measures your mastery of CLO 4.
Reflect on what you have learned in the first four units of this course, and assume that you are planning on opening your own new business. Now, consider the structure of a corporation and the financial implications of incorporation. If you were to start this new business venture, what factors would you need to take into consideration to determine if you want to incorporate or not? Explain your rationale, detailing the specific effects or ramifications for your particular business.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words in length. No references or citations are necessary.

Continue working in the same excel file Part 1 was already completed (attached).

Continue working in the same excel file Part 1 was already completed (attached). Now, in Part 2 of the project, you will prepare a direct materials budget, a schedule of cash disbursements, a direct labor budget, and a manufacturing overhead budget. Please focus on only PART 2 of this assignment. If you have any questions, please ask.

I will upload the questions at 9 am on the 15th. The writer needs to complete th

I will upload the questions at 9 am on the 15th. The writer needs to complete the 5 questions. The subject is Accounting and Finance and the module is UK Tax planning. I will upload past papers so that the writer is familiar with the structure and topic. I have also uploaded the sample answers so that you can see the way it is supposed to be structured.

Instructions
Write a research paper on the following. The assignment has four r

Instructions
Write a research paper on the following. The assignment has four requirements:
1.) Select a publicly-traded company that is traded on U.S. exchange. Locate the annual report for at least the last three fiscal years.
Analyze the financial statements for the company and review for large movements in specific accounts from one year to the next. In addition, review the notes to the financial statements as these are an integral part of the financial reporting package. Evaluate the balance sheet to determine if there are large changes in the company’s assets, liabilities, or equity accounts. In addition, analyze the income statement and statement of cash flows.
2.) Calculate the following ratios for two years, the debt-to-equity ratio, current ratio, quick ratio, return on equity, and net profit margin. For each ratio, explain what the ratio tells you about the company.
3.) Prepare a vertical analysis of the income statement and balance sheet.
4.) Prepare a horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet.
The research paper must include a title and a reference page and be formatted using APA writing style.

See and complete attached file. Please keep the format and pages already in pla

See and complete attached file. Please keep the format and pages already in place. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Read the Management Science in Action insert on page 663Links to an external sit

Read the Management Science in Action insert on page 663Links to an external site. in your textbook (Section 15-1 ‘Selecting a Forecasting Method’ in your digital textbook). Choose one or more of the following topics to guide your thoughts for this week’s Application Exercise:
What are some of your key takeaways from the article? In other words, what is ACCO Brands Corporation doing right when it comes to forecasting demand? What are some of the tips they mention to help tweak forecasts for increased accuracy?
Give an example of a product or service in your industry that is seasonal. What tools have you or your company used in the past to forecast demand? How might the concepts presented in this chapter improve your approach going forward?
What topic (linear programming, project scheduling, decision analysis, or forecasting) has been most helpful in your study of management science? Which is most applicable to your career?
Your response should be approximately 150 words. You are encouraged to incorporate concepts from the textbook and/or outside sources. This assignment is designed to give you a break from the math and apply the concepts to the real world. Feel free to incorporate examples/stories from your personal/professional life.
Submissions will be checked using Turnitin Plagiarism and AI checker. Feel free to bring in perspectives from outside sources, but remember to properly cite them by including a link at the bottom of your submission.

Unit 9 Assignment: Comprehensive Financial Analysis
Your paper should approach 2

Unit 9 Assignment: Comprehensive Financial Analysis
Your paper should approach 20-pages and should be viewed as a term paper. Ask your instructor any questions in the Virtual Office.
Refer to the following documents found in Course Documents to help you with this assignment:
Format for the Walmart Research Paper
Walmart Proforma Income Excel Spreadsheet
Walmart Ratio Solutions 2017 LAPM (Use this as a guide.)
In this assignment, you will be assessed based on the following Outcomes:
MT482-6: Determine the value of a company through conducting effective earnings forecasts and analysis.
GEL-1.02: Demonstrate college-level communication through the composition of original materials in Standard English.
This is a challenging activity. You should prepare to spend substantial time working on your response.
In this research paper, you will dig deep into the financial statements of Walmart. You will analyze the company’s past financial performance to help you forecast their future business, profitability, and cash flow. You will use these results to forecast the value of the company, what you think the company is actually worth today. You will compare your value to the current stock price, explaining any differences.
This is how decisions to buy and sell stock, and to buy and sell companies are made every day all over the world. The nightly business news is full of the “buy, sell, and hold” recommendations derived from analysis like this. I bet those jobs pay very nicely, don’t you!
Your paper must include the following criteria in addition to a title and references page:
Executive Summary: This is a 1-page summary of the entire paper that highlights the key results of your analysis and the resulting conclusions, and a summary of their defense.
Table of Contents: List of the sections in your paper.
Introduction: The company’s story- past, present, future. Include who they are (include current events and interesting facts), what they do (products), when they began (how long), and where they do business. Discuss the markets they operate in globally, the current market trends, and their competitors. (This should be at least 2-pages, likely more.)
Financial History: (3-year analysis of the company’s performance. Your report will include the ratio results plus an explanation and analysis of each ratio. Include the ratio, its results, and what the results mean for the company. (Liquidity and Debt, Asset Management, Profitability, and Market ratios. See ratio detail below.) Were there changes in the ratios? What could have caused the change? You must include an evaluation section of what each type of (LAPM) ratio means over the three years, then an overall comparison to validate your conclusion. (Show you understand and know the ratios.)
Financials Today: Current year with comparison to a competitor. What are they doing? How are they doing now? Add current events and focus on the current financials. Include an evaluation for each type of (LAPM) ratio for the current year, then an overall comparison to validate your conclusion. Include your findings for your competitor.
Financial Future: The story behind your analysis of your forecast of the future based on your spreadsheet. Why did you choose the specific growth rates? What impact did they have on the value of Walmart? Use the Walmart Proforma Income Excel spreadsheet located in Course Documents.
Conclusion: Your recommendation with justification of how much Walmart is worth. How much do you forecast each share to be worth? Defend your choice.
Required Ratio Analyses
Liquidity and Debt Ratios (L)
Current
Quick
Total Debt to Total Asset
Asset Management Ratios (Activity A)
Inventory Turnover
Fixed Asset Turnover
Total Asset Turnover
Profitability Ratios (P)
Profit Margin on Sales
Return on Assets
Return on Equity
Market Value Ratios (M)
Price Earnings Ratio
Market/Book
Start your Walmart research at the website below. Click on everything and explore. This website will be the sole source of financial information for this assignment.
Access data on Walmart, Inc. using the MSN Money site. Then, search for “WMT” to get the data.
This assignment requires the following in addition to the criteria above:
Submit your paper in a Microsoft Word® document. Include a title page with your name, course number, instructor name, date, subject, and include a brief statement that you (and you alone) produced the paper. Further format details will be provided by your instructor.
Submit your completed Walmart Proforma Income spreadsheet to the Dropbox.
Respond to the questions in a thorough manner, providing specific examples of concepts, topics, definitions, and other elements asked for in the questions. Your paper should be highly organized, logical, and focused.
Your paper must be written in Standard English and demonstrate exceptional content, organization, style, grammar, and mechanics.
Your paper should provide a clearly established and sustained viewpoint and purpose.
Your writing should be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful.
A separate page at the end of your research paper should contain a list of references in current APA style. Use your textbook, the Library, and the internet for research.
Be sure to cite in-text citations where appropriate and reference all sources. Your sources and content should follow proper current APA style. Review the APA formats found in the Writing Center accessed through the Academic Success Center within the Academic Tools area of the course. (Your paper should include a title page, paper is double-spaced, in Times New Roman 12-point font, correct citations, Standard English with no spelling or punctuation errors, and correct references on the references page.)
Clear business writing; spelling and grammar acceptable; effective use of current APA style; followed the required format and instructions.
Include the elements detailed in the grading rubric.
Directions for Submitting Your Assignment
Compose your paper in a Microsoft Word document and save it as Username- MT482 Assignment-Unit 9.docx (Example: TAllen- MT482 Assignment-Unit 9.docx). Submit your document to the Unit 9 Assignment Dropbox by the end of the unit.
Submit your Microsoft Excel file as a separate submission by selecting the Unit 9 Assignment Dropbox by the end of the unit.
Reference
MSN. (n.d.). Money. Microsoft. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money?id=a6qja2