BUSL.WK8 DISCUSSION

docx

School

Colorado State University, Global Campus *

*We aren’t endorsed by this school

Course

5440

Subject

Finance

Date

Feb 20, 2024

Type

docx

Pages

1

Uploaded by MagistrateWren2087

Report
Venture Auto Parts is a chain of 40 stores offering a full line of auto parts and supplies to consumers and indepe Brake and Muffler has over 90 stores in the cities serviced by Venture. Recently, Danny Morton, the founder of approached by Venture with an interesting offer. Venture wants to be the sole supplier of mufflers and brake pa will invest in technology to monitor Danny's inventory levels and make timely deliveries to all locations. Ventu lower part prices and greater inventory turnover for Danny's. Problem 14.6 Analyzing Financial Ratios and Cash Flows Prior to the final phase of negotiation, Danny's chief accountant, Sarah Wilson, was assigned the task of analyzi statements of Venture. As part of her work, Sarah calculated the following ratios and obtained Venture's stateme The provided information is limited. Therefore, Danny should be more careful when pursuing the deal. Venture reported a decline in inventory turnover from 5.63 to 4.20, indicating ineffective use of inventory in the most recent year. The Venture could have been holding obsolete inventory, which obviously they could not sell in the market, resulting in lower inventory turnover. Although, the company appears with a solid liquidity position if we look at its current ratio. Of course, the current ratio includes the obsolete inventory amount. But, the quick ratio, which excludes inventory, has declined compared to the prior year. It reflects the true liquidity picture of the company. Venture does not seem to have enough liquid assets to meet its immediate debt obligations. In addition, Venture has taken more loans to finance its business activities. It took on $6,200,000 in debt to fund the purchase of Dundee stores and other property. Venture also generated positive cash flows of $6,1000,000 from business operating activities in the recent year. In my opinion, Danny should emphasize whether the lower prices and improved turnover will support him in saving money upon pursuing the deal with Venture. If this is the case, he should sign the deal with Venture.
Discover more documents: Sign up today!
Unlock a world of knowledge! Explore tailored content for a richer learning experience. Here's what you'll get:
  • Access to all documents
  • Unlimited textbook solutions
  • 24/7 expert homework help