Latest published cases

Authors: Narayanan, M;

Reference No: CMA0721 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1995

Abstract: Floriculture Industry is Identified as "THRUST AREA" so as to export howervs and earn foreign exchange, in the new era after economic reforms in India. Many companies are opening/diversitying into this industry. In this content, this case/exercise will be helpful in finding out the following for a new ... More

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Authors: Singh, Gurudev;

Reference No: CMA0746 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1996

Abstract: This case gives the detailed plan for launching a seed business and raising bank loan for the venture. The focus of discussion is the overall feasibility of the venture with emphasis on technical and financial viability. ... More

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Authors: Moulik, T K; Mathur, D P;

Reference No: CMA0730 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1996

Abstract: The case such with the finance losses suffered by the company and fours on the alternative strategies to hand over the company to the state government or declare lockout and lay off the workers. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0426TEC Pages: 2 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This is a non-technical introduction to the concepts of duration, convexity and their use in immunization of bond portfolios. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0423TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This note discusses portfolio theory and the principles of diversification; the role of market model assumptions in simplifying the portfolio selection problem; and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) as an equilibrium condition flowing from portfolio theory. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0429TEC Pages: 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

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0427TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This notes provides an overview of the important financial ratios, their interpretation and their inter-relationships. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0424TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This note discusses the assumptions behind the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) and its use in project evaluation. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0431TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This note provides an overview of the concepts underlying project evaluation ?present value arithmetic, identification of project cash flows, criteria for investment decisions, the weighted average cost of capital, and the relationship between net present value (NPV) and the market value of equity. ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0428TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 8, February, 1996

Abstract: This note discusses the Modigliani-Miller capital structure irrelevance propositions and highlights the underlying assumptions. The tax shield benefit and financial distress costs, including agency related costs, of debt financing are then discussed. The note concludes with some guidelines for an optimal capital structure. ... More

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

Reference No: CMA0776 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1997

Abstract: This case is on formulation and implementation of an area based project. It discusses the problems of the area, strategy, and organization of the project, investment components and financing, and benefits of the project. The case raises questions for discussion on a) concepts of watershed and technical change for the ... More

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

Reference No: CMA0777 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1998

Abstract: This case examines some of the export finance related issues such as credit limit, interest rate, monitoring sanctions of export credit, etc. based on the existing norms and analyzing data of a public limited company engaged in grains and pulses processing. ... More

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Authors: V Raghunathan; Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0451 Pages: 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

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Authors: Bhat, Ramesh; Dixit, M R; Jain, Abhinandan K; Maheshwari, Sunil Kumar;

Reference No: F&A0477 Pages: 9 Published on: 14, July, 2006

Abstract: The case describes the situation faced, in 2004, by a sales officer of a public sector undertaking, in helping a retail dealership (of petrol, diesel, and lubricating oils) to grow. The dealership retails in a growing suburb of a metro. He wants to help the dealership of the filling station to ... More

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