After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning and Concept of Capital 2. Types of Capital 3. Features. Meaning and Concept of Capital: Capital is the life-blood of a business enterprise. It is a universal lubricant which keeps enterprise dynamic. Capital designates physical sources when applied to production and (it means) money when applied to finance. Its meaning, [...]
This article will guide you about how to calculate return on investment with the help of an example. Investment may refer to capital employed, total assets or owner’s equity or net worth. Again capital employed may be gross capital employed or net capital employed. Also, return may be pre-tax return or after-tax return. Return may be expressed in terms of [...]
This article throws light upon the four main types of financial ratios. The types are: 1. Liquidity Ratios 2. Activity Ratios 3. Leverage Ratios 4. Profitability Ratios. Type # 1. Liquidity Ratios: Liquidity ratios reflect the firm's ability to meet scheduled short-term obligations. For the firm to remain alive, it must be able to pay its bills as they become [...]