I calculated an “inventory turnover ratio” which measures the number of times a company sells its inventory during a year. A high rate of turnover indicates easiness in selling inventory; a low rate indicates difficulty. In 2011, the inventory turnover was 6.1. By 2012 the ratio decreased to 5.2. The decrease may be due to a slow ability to turn around merchandise in sales and potentially due to paying a higher cost for goods.
The author of this article, Jeannine Aversa, is stating that key economic indicators point to the likelihood of a recession. Aversa supports her thoughts by noting the real GDP; “crawled at a 1.3 percent pace in the opening quarter of 2007…even weaker than the sluggish 2.5 percent rate in the closing quarter of last year.” The author suggests the main cause of the economic slowdown is due to “the housing slump.” Consumer expenditures are driving the economy, but Aversa worries about a “fallout from risky mortgages and rising energy prices.” Uncertainty of the Feds actions concerning the interest rates is leading to lower investment spending. The author also states that the Feds decision on raising or lowering the interest is due to the
To increase its scale and scope, KFF will expand geographicaly first through acquiring similar stores so as to sell more of the same product. This will increase its marketability and popularity at a reduced cost while increasing scope through synergism. The more stores KFF acquires, the greater its market power over suppliers and other smaller specialty grocery stores. This increase in marketing power will bolster bargaining power, which will help control cost, increase its output capability, and increase Kudler’s chance to reach
Further, the expenditure of $25 million dollars will get an additional gross profit of only $2 million. How with the additional expenditure be recouped? That apart I would like to know how the advertising will position the Graves Enterprises brand. The theme of advertising, the print layout, and the effect that the advertising will have the commercial segment is important. Further I would like to know the co-operative advertising that she intends doing.
Jane Smith tax issues: Issue a) What are the different tax consequences between paying down the mortgage (debt) and assuming a new mortgage (debt) for federal income tax purposes? Jane questioned whether they should take the $300,000 fee and use it to pay off their house, so that they could purchase a bigger house. She is asking if they should pay off the current house first and purchase a new one; or, buy a new house first and then sell the old house. Applicable Law & Analysis: The tax savings from the mortgage interest is only based upon the additional amount that the itemized deductions exceed the standard deduction. (Military.com, 2012).
To increase its scale and scope, KFF will expand geographicaly first through acquiring similar stores so as to sell more of the same product. This will increase its marketability and popularity at a reduced cost while increasing scope through synergism. The more stores KFF acquires, the greater its market power over suppliers and other smaller specialty grocery stores. This increase in marketing power will bolster bargaining power, which will help control cost, increase its output capability, and increase Kudler’s chance to reach
This calculates how much of the business is financed through private investors; it is also expressed in percentage form. Generally speaking, as a firm's debt-to-equity ratio increases, it becomes more risky because if it becomes unable to meet its debt obligations, it will be forced into bankruptcy. (Glakas) Of the three companies, Wal-Mart has the lowest total debt ratio (.62) as well as the lowest overall debt to equity ratio (1.65). Target finds itself with similar footing at .65 and 1.89 respectively, however Kroger has over 80% of its operations (.81) financed with debt and has the worst three year average when it comes to debt to equity with 4.40 times.
End Vision First, I think that implementing a good management plan by the upper level management is very important for KFF’s to succeed as a company. Having a replacement inventory coordinator who purchases the best possible products for all three stores, Also, having a person who controls the accounts payable, receivables, and finances that coordinate all vendors get paid on time will allow Kathy Kudler to focus more on duties that need more attention. For instance, implement a better website for the business will give better benefits to customer, therefore, sells will increase. The company needs to understand the difference between having a website and having an effective website. The website that is in place in KFF only displays the goods and services.
• Implementing information technology in order to increase efficiency in operations and marketing aids. • Point-of-sale systems that helps increase inventory turnover and sales and lead to better targeted customer marketing. • Brand identity. • The use of informational complexity to promote and educate consumers regarding their products. Q4 What are the key elements of Oliver’s strategy?
A number of approaches were considered to help Lowe’s lower expenses and increase profits. One approach was to grow Lowe’s brand recognition through new advertising approaches, such as social media, which will get the most out of the strengths. To overcome some key flaws, Lowe’s has a duty to provide cross training to all employees in all sections and jobs of the store prior to working alone. In addition, the execution of a quality assurance program to standardize the Total Quality Management (TQM) of products would help Lowe’s address various weaknesses and threats. Some of Lowe’s strengths include having the second largest market share in the industry, their creative ideas classes and videos, and their corporate social responsibility.