Prepare a full ratio analysis and commentary for Craigielaw using the form. Assume that a share price of 160 pence is applicable at both year-end dates.

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Industry average ratios for both Year 7 and Year 6 are as follows: Price-earnings ratio Dividend cover (payout ratio) Dividend yield Return on shareholders' equity Return on capital employed Net profit on sales Gross profit percentage Total assets usage Fixed assets usage Current ratio Acid test Inventory (stock) holding period Customers collection period Suppliers payment period Debt/equity ratio Interest cover 11 2.5 times 3.5% 22% 20% 19% 52% 1.6 times 2.9 times 2.5:1 1.1:1 140 days 69 days 35 days 30% 12 times