Learn how to calculate risk and return on portfolio of securities in a firm. Return on Portfolio: The expected return from a portfolio of two or more securities is equal to the weighted average of the expected returns from the individual securities. Σ(RP) = WA(RA) + WB(RB) Where, Σ(Rp) = Expected return from a portfolio of two securities WA = [...]
Learn how to calculate amortisation and sinking fund during valuation of a firm. Calculation of Amortisation: Amortisation is the gradual and systematic writing off of an asset or an account over a period. The amount on which amortisation is provided is referred to as “amortizable amount”. Depreciation accounting is form of amortisation applied to depreciable assets. Depletion is a form [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Bonds 2. Bond Value 3. Theorems 4. Computation of Future Cash Flows. Meaning of Bonds: Bonds are negotiable promissory notes that can be used by individuals, business firms, governments or government agencies. Bonds issued by the government or public sector companies in India are generally secured. Private sector companies may [...]