Cash conversion cycle analysis | FIN/419 | University of Phoenix

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Assignment Steps 

Select a multinational company from the following industries: 

  • Retail
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Computer Hardware
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive

Review the selected company’s most recent financial statements. 

Calculate the following cash conversion cycle ratios based on the financial statements using Microsoft® Excel®:

  • Average inventory
  • Inventory turnover rate
  • Average account receivable
  • Account receivable turnover
  • Average collection cycle

Explain in 700 words the importance of the cash conversion cycle, including: 

  • Discuss the purpose of the cash conversion cycle and its components.
  • Analyze the results obtained in the cash conversion cycle equations.
  • Propose strategies to increase the cash flows of the company under study.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.