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Authors: Gupta, G S; Bandopadhyay, Kalpatru;

Reference No: F&A0422 Pages: 23 Published on: 24, July, 1996

Abstract: The case provides relevant data for deciding on investment in alternative stocks. An analysis of this material will aid students to perform fundamental analysis, incorporating company analysis, industry analysis and economy analysis in selecting stocks. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0436 Pages: 14 Published on: 15, October, 1996

Abstract: This case provides an opportunity to discuss two of the most important issues in consumer financing -- pricing and recovery. Students need to figure out whether hire-purchase schemes should be priced on the basis of NPV or IRR. The Company has been having recovery problems and has initiated steps to ... More

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Authors: Surya Krishna, M;

Reference No: F&A0437 Pages: 2 Published on: 18, October, 1996

Abstract: The case gives a simple form balance sheet and the various transactions that can take place, and illustrates how entries of all these different transactions can be passed. The students get a clear picture of how accounts and journal entries can be written . It also looks with the adjustment entries. ... More

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Authors: Barua, Samir K; Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0439(B)EX Pages: 1 Published on: 11, November, 1996

Abstract: This is a case on foreign exchange risk management covering transaction exposure and accounting implications of forward contracts. This is a sequel to Coimbatore Yarns' Mark Receivables (A).F&A0439(A)EX ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0442 Pages: 4 Published on: 11, November, 1997

Abstract: Apart from raising the issue of various risks involved in a complex financial instrument (with the benefit of some hindsight), the case highlights the difficulties in hedging foreign exchange risk of a foreign currency convertible bond. The case also brings out several issues related to financial distress. This case is ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0443 Pages: 12 Published on: 11, November, 1997

Abstract: This is a comprehensive case on international financing decisions covering capital structure decisions, choice of maturity, market timing, and foreign exchange risks. ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0441 Pages: 2 Published on: 11, November, 1997

Abstract: Apart from raising the issue of true cost of borrowing, using a complex financial instrument (with the benefit of hindsight), this case brings in the added dimension of comparison with a competitor, who achieves an apparently cheaper financing. This case is a sequel to Essar Steel (1993) (F&A0421). ... More

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Authors: Barua, Samir K; Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0439(A)EX Pages: 2 Published on: 11, November, 1997

Abstract: This is a case on foreign exchange risk management covering currency of invoicing, transaction exposure, and forward contracts. See also Coimbatore Yarns' Mark Receivables (B).F&A0439(B)EX. ... More

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Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Namboodiri, N V;

Reference No: CMA0772EX Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1998

Abstract: This case deals with the question of making a choice from four major agricultural input manufacturers based on their financial performance. The case also seeks rank them considering their performance at firm level and industry level. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Parvinder;

Reference No: OB0191 Pages: 24 Published on: 27, March, 1998

Abstract: Asoka Spintex, formerly known as Asoka Mill Ltd., was set up in 1920, not doing well. Most of textile mills in the country were not doing well in the 1980s owing to rising costs, competition from powerlooms, and heavy demand recession. To meet this situation, the company decided to upgrade the ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0444(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 22, September, 1998

Abstract: The case focuses on the methodology of calculating the cost of capital. It also provides an opportunity to discuss alternative methods of computing the cost of equity in a practical setting. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

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

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0446 Pages: 4 Published on: 22, September, 1998

Abstract: The case deals with a proposal to be prepared by materials manager for buying a new brand sawing machine, the purchase of which could stop sub-contracting of the cutting operation. To get the budget sanctioned, he has to justify his case before the management with attractive return on such an ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0449 Pages: 14 Published on: 19, April, 1999

Abstract: Application and valuation of cross-currency swaps in highly illiquid and turbulent markets. ... More

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