Reference No: F&A0444(B)Pages: 4 Published on: 22, September, 1998
Abstract: The case highlights the concept of economic value addition (EVA), as used in Hindustan Lever Limited. It provides an opportunity to discuss the utility and limitations of EVA, particularly from the point of view of shareholder value creation (SVC). ... More
Reference No: ECO0018Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case Concerns the small car investment project about which the Government of India was to announce a decision in 1955. The problem was: In view of the existing idle capacity in the indigenous industry, and the foreign exchange shortage, was the decision to go ahead with a new Small car ... More
Reference No: BP0263Pages: 9Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case deals with the issues in mitigating an unexpected development. The Torrent group decided to integrate backwards by venturing into the production of penicillin. The decision was motivated by the huge demand-supply gap and a favourable public policy. The technology was to be supplied by a company in Czeckoslovakia. ... More
Reference No: F&A0277Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case focuses on financial planning in the small scale industry. Assessment of requirements of funds for providing facilities and for working, and the need for phasing out commitments inconsistent with economics and financial feasibility are discussed. The major bias is, however, on assessment of working capital and preparation of ... More
Reference No: BP0265Pages: 8Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by the management of Torrent Gujarat Biotech Limited (TGBL), a company that was set up to manufacture Penecillin G, an antibiotic, in mitigating unexpected developments in the policy and competitive environment. The economics of the penicillin project changed drastically when the government liberalized the ... More
