Ratio Analysis (Edexcel A-Level Business): Flashcards

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Ratio analysis involves

Calculating relationships between financial values

What gearing ratios examine

Long-term financial stability and capital structure

Capital employed calculation

(Non-current + Current assets) - Current liabilities

Gearing ratio formula

(Non-current liabilities ÷ Capital employed) × 100%

High geared threshold

Above 50%

ROCE meaning

Return on Capital Employed

ROCE formula

(Operating profit ÷ Capital employed) × 100%

Operating profit also called

EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Tax)

Window dressing

Legal account manipulation for favourable presentation

Balance sheet limitation

Shows snapshot at specific moment, not typical conditions

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