Using vertical analysis, assess the financial performance of Company A and Company B with comparison.
Using vertical analysis, assess the financial performance of Company A and Company B with comparison.
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Transcribed Image Text:The managerial accountant at Company A, a small retailer, reviews information about
Company B, a large national firm. Review the following information listed below about
Company A and Company B:
Company A
Income Statement: Vertical Analysis
Company A
100%
Sales revenues
Less: Cost of goods sold
Gross profit
Less: Operating expenses
Operating income
Less: Interest expense
Income before income taxes
Less: Income tax expense
Net income
62.40%
37.60%
18.20%
19.40%
1.98%
17.42%
3.40%
14.02%
Company B
100%
71.20%
28.80%
16.10%
12.70%
1.60%
11.10%
2.98%
8.12%
Using vertical analysis, assess the financial performance of Company A and Company B with
comparison.
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