Assignment Task

1. Company background research

Write a short response to each item below to build background knowledge of each company and their industry.

1. Describe the operating activities of each company noting similarities and difference between two companies.
2. Identify two economy wide factors and industry wide factors that could impact on the financial performance and position of two companies.
3. Financial Ratio Analysis

Calculate all the relevant financial ratios for both companies and comment on the financial health of the company. You need to give explanations for all the ratios and compare the performances of both companies in terms of financial ratios.

1. Z score Calculation

Calculate the z score for both companies and comment.

1. If you are a potential investor, then which company's stock you want to buy and why?