Essays and Research Papers on Corporate Finance

5 pages. This research paper will explain all about the income tax implications for those that are divorced, paying alimony or perhaps receiving alimony. It gives form information that you need for your tax returns and other very handy information. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages. This research paper is an informational tool on the topic of accounting for equity investment securities held as assets with emphasis on recognition, decognition and holding of the securities. These will be described in detail regarding the accounting for equity investment securities before the existence of SFAS 115. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper is an analysis of British Airways and their financial position. The paper considers the accounting ratios and the results over the last few years, 1998 – 2001. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 4 page paper considers a fictitious portfolio made up of real shares. The writer analyses the portfolio and considers the influence of the risk and the impact of removing the worst and best performing shares before making an investment recommendation. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 7 page paper consider the history, strategy and financial performance of this well known mobile phone manufacturer. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 5 page paper analyses the liquidity of Coca-Cola by using the current ratio and the acid test. The current situation (2001) is put into both historical context and sector context by comparing the figures with past performance as well as with rival company Pepsi Co. The writer also considers how the asset and liability ...

This 7 page paper consider the way in which business combinations were seen as treated and how the regulations have changed with the FASB Statements No. 141, Business Combinations and No. 142, introduction of Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the use of NPV (net present value), as a capital appraisement tool and considers if it may be seen as the most superior measure by looking at its advantages and its shortfalls. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 6 page paper considers this acquisition by considering the motives and hopes for the mergers and comparing them with the reality. The results of the merger are considered and the failure of the desired economies of scope and scale are discussed with the potential reasons for the current failure. The bibliography cites 8 sources. ...

This 7 page paper considers the way that market segmentation in this industry is manifested and its' importance in terms of the purchase decision, the types of purchases made and the choice of intermediary. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 6 page paper explains the way in which NPV can be calculated and then compared with IRR and ARR. This is demonstrated with a case study proved by the student.

This 5 page paper looks at the company Microsoft and consider whether or not the shares would be a good investment. The paper include 4 graphs to illustrate the points raised before the recommendation in made. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

A 10 page paper comparing Bank of America and Charter One Bank, discussing their points of focus and differing positions in their markets. The paper discusses Bank of America more fully in that it is the largest retail bank in the country. The paper discusses issues of profitability, liquidity and regulation. Bibliography ...

This 5 page paper considers the performance of the Nokia ADR's since 1995, looking at the specific company influences as well as the wider influences from the financial markets. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 6 page paper explains how activity based costing (ABC) operates and how it can be seen as more accurate than other management costing accounting methods, such as absorption costing due to the increased transparency and flexibility. The paper looks at why and how it can be used as well as recognising the limitations ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of financial considerations in respect to the commercial real estate market. Valuation is discussed in depth and many issues are broached such as finding an appropriate site and securing adequate financing. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 5 page paper reviews an article that considers the influences on the price of new issues high yield bonds. The writer considers what the value of the article is to the reader, a criticism in quantitative and qualitative terms of the research as well as the value that the article may add to the ...

This 8 page paper considers the company's background, financial performance and the way that hedging may be used in the international markets. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 8 page paper consider three cases of large corporate losses; These are the near collapse of the Long-Term Capital Management fund, Sumitomo Corp's $2.6 billion loss in June of 1996 and Proctor and Gamble's 1994 loss of $157 Million. The writer examines each of these cases to outline the reasons for the losses and ...

This 5 page paper looks at the accounting framework in Singapore. The writer examines the colonial influence on the accounting systems and the way that international trade has impacted on the accounting standards in the country. The writer also considers the role of the auditor within the accounting framework. The bibliography cites 10 sources. ...

This 5 page paper talks about the positive and negative aspects of globalization. Margaret Thatcher's views are noted. Various perspectives are explored, and today's globalism is compared with mercantilism. Bibliography lists 1 source.

There are many ways of appraising the investment value of a potential investment or project. The writer looks at some of these methods including Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback, the profitability index or the cost benefit ratio and the Net Present Value (NPV). The writers argues that NPV is the better tool to ...

A 5 page paper that discusses two primary issues relative to the Federal Reserve Bank - buying and selling securities and the reserve requirement ratio. The paper opens with a brief discussion of the Bank's goals and purpose. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper details the correlation between the market value of a company's market value and its capital structuring strategies. The three levels of structure are outlined. Examples given are from Microsoft and AT&T. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the position of a fincial adviser and how influences such as risk profile, age and wealth will effect the recommendations made. The bibliography cites 2 sources.