Reference No: F&A0429TECPages: 4 Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses the concepts of zero coupon bonds, yield to maturity, spot rates, forward rates and term structure. The implications of various theories of term structure for interest rate movements and the strategy of "riding the yield curve" are highlighted. The note concludes with a brief overview of methods ... More
Reference No: F&A0536Pages: 27Published on: 29, March, 2017
Abstract: An estimate of the fair rate of return on capital is a critical input into tariff regulation. A too high estimate will lead to high tariffs for consumers; a too low estimate will not provide adequate incentives for investment. The Airport Economic Regulatory Authority of India has issued a consultation ... More
Reference No: F&A0323Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The second of the set, this case describes the sales, stock, and production budgets and their final translation into a cash budget. Also describes the marketing information system being introduced to facilitate the budgetary control systems. ... More
Reference No: F&A0451Pages: 6 Published on: 26, April, 2000
Abstract: The case, set in the context of the Far-Eastern economic crisis, represents a complex total return swap. The deal is complex since it involves multiple currency, offshore investment vehicles, and back-to-back contracts. The case particularly highlights the inherent risks in such complex arrangements, which even the experts fail to see. ... More
Reference No: F&A0342Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the considerations behind the bonus and dividend policy decisions, the complexities of these decisions, and their inter-dependence, more so in a profit declining situation. The implications of bonus decisions on future dividend policies are also illustrated. ... More
Reference No: F&A0470EXPages: 27Published on: 19, August, 2004
Abstract: The case is written in the context of its IPO (Initial Public Offering). The case describes the contractual arrangement put in place by Petronet and its business environment. Petronet has been created by the Government of India as a joint venture/private sector entity to facilitate LNG imports in India. ... More
Reference No: F&A0201Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: An owner- manager of a small business wants financial statements prepared as his firm grows from an auto service and repair workshop into a dealership. The case focuses on the information required to prepare financial statements. ... More
Reference No: F&A0370Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Highlights the determination of cash flows for investment analysis. Its main focus is on the treatment of interest on debt in computing projects' cash flows. ... More
Reference No: F&A0383Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case deals with a peculiar situation wherein the State Consumers' Cooperative Federation is burdened with a lot of responsibilities but has very little power. The Federation deals with three agencies? the government, the mills, and the cooperative societies. It has no control over the functioning of any of these ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(C)Pages: 10Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan planned to raise Rs. 450 crore by selling up to 26 per cent stake to professional investor(s). This was the consequence of a debt that needed to be paid. The situation was grim for Air Deccan. There were pending law suits and some of the top management executives were ... More
Reference No: F&A0222TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Emphasizes the relationship between operational and financial leverages from the point of view of corporate management in designing capital structure planning. ... More
Reference No: F&A0391Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: This is an introductory case on rights issue. It discusses the fixing of rights issue premium, evaluation of a right, and the effect of the rights issue on earnings per share (EPS) and dividend per share (DPS). ... More
Reference No: QM0024TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note contains an introductory exposition of capital investment analysis. It brings out through examples present value concepts, internal rate of return, payback period, etc and compares them as tools for investment analysis. ... More
Reference No: F&A0272TECPages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This paper expounds the Theory of Pipeline Capital. It explains the determinants of the stock of funds that would have to remain conserved in a business system with a view to ensuring a (predetermined) rate of activity. For this purpose, it establishes the relationship between inputs and prices, the lengths ... More
Reference No: F&A0407Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This integrated case has as its focus estimating the financial requirements and evaluating alternative means of financing in a strategic context. In particular, the case integrates the following elements: (1) diagnostic study of the reasons for financial decline of an auto component company that has diversified into chemicals, (2) estimating the financial ... More
