...FINA510-13A Financial Theory and Corporate Policy Group Assignment 1 Capital Structure Group 58 1. Overview of New Zealand Industry Selection We have chosen 12 different industries with in 21 listed companies belong to 21 NZX industry groups shows in Table 1 below. The three latters in brackets followed by each company name are their listed symbol in New Zealand Stock Exchange. Table 1 List of Selected Industries and Firms. 1) Consumer | 7) NZ Debt Market | Pumpkin Patch Limited (PPL) | New Zealand Government Stock (GOV) | The Warehouse Group Limited (WHS) | Tower Capital Limited (TWC) | 2) Finance & Other Services | 8) NZAX | Pyne Gould Group Ltd (PGC) | JASONS TRAVEL MEDIA LIMITED (JTM) | Summerset Group Holdings Limited (SUM) | New Zealand Wool Services International Limited (WSI) | 3) Food & Beverages | 9)Ports | Delegat's Group Limited (DGL) | Auckland International Airport Limited (AIA) | 4) Investment | Port of Tauranga Limited (POT) | ASB Capital Limited (ASB) | 10) Property | Kingfish Limited (KFL) | Kiwi Income Property Trust (KIP) | 5) Leisure & Tourism | Augusta Capital Limited (AUG) | SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited (SKC) | 11) Transport | Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) | Air New Zealand Limited (AIR) | 6) Media & Telecommunications | Freightways Limited (FRE) | Telecom Corporation of New Zealand Limited (TEL) | 12). Overseas | | Oceana Gold (OGC) | 2. Purpose The purpose of this...
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...over 50 years by leveraging its internal resources and capabilities. However, with new international players in market, the sustainable advantage is no longer sufficient to maintain that growth, the results of which are presented in terms of lowered company, brand and profits value. The report makes recommendations to company to take explore further markets, market segments and better leverage their brands. The report also suggests to the board to have a coherent and consistent brand image – all giving the same message. This report forms the basis of strategies to be derived and implemented. Table of Contents Executive Summary 1 1. Background / Introduction 3 2. Company Vision, Mission and Strategy 4 3. Company Analysis (1200) 5 3.1 Macro Environment Analysis 5 3.1.1 Does the industry offer attractive opportunities for growth? 5 3.1.2 What Kind of Competitive forces are industry members facing and how strong is each force? 5 3.1.3 What factors are driving changes in industry and what impact will these changes have on competitive intensity and industry profitability? 6 3.1.4 What market positions do industry rivals occupy? 6 3.1.5 What strategic moves are rivals likely to make? 7 3.1.6 What are the key factors for competitive success in industry? 7 3.1.7 Does industry offer good prospects for attractive profits? 7 3.2 Internal Environment Analysis 8 3.2.1 How well is the Company’s present...
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............................................................................3 SWOT Analysis.....................................................................................................4 Woolworths Limited © MarketLine Page 2 Woolworths Limited Company Overview COMPANY OVERVIEW Woolworths Limited (Woolworths or 'the company') owns and operates retail stores that sell food, liquor, fuel, general merchandise and home improvement products in Australia and New Zealand. It is headquartered in Bella Vista, Australia, and employs more than 197,000 people. The company recorded revenues (excluding financial income) of A$58,921.7 million (approximately $60,506.7 million) during financial year ended June 2013 (FY2013), an increase of 6.9% over FY2012. The operating profit of the company was A$3,594.6 million (approximately $3,691.3 million) during FY2013, an increase of 7.4% over FY2012. The net profit was A$2,259.4 million (approximately $2,320.2 million) in FY2013, an increase of 24.4% over FY2012. KEY FACTS Head Office Woolworths Limited 1 Woolworths Way Bella Vista New South Wales 2153 AUS 61 2 8885 0000 Phone Fax Web Address http://www.woolworthslimited.com.au Revenue / turnover 58,921.7 (AUD Mn) Financial Year End Employees Australian Stock Exchange Ticker June 197,000 WOW Woolworths Limited © MarketLine Page 3 Woolworths Limited SWOT Analysis SWOT ANALYSIS...
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...original products and to enjoy traditional dishes from the wonderful cuisine of Benny America; we envisage the future provision of key products and ingredients to satisfy the requirements of all our customers. General Company Description, Benny Dels Pty Ltd is an Australian registered company ABN 20 117 380 131. * It is owned and operated by Ben Ayala and the product range offered is imported direct from suppliers in Benny America, Central America and the USA * We specialize on import and distribution of Benny consumer goods for the Australian market. You can find our products in selected shops in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and others areas around Australia and also New Zealand in selected shops in Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown, Christchurch, Raglan and Hamilton. At Benny Dels we will try to fulfill the wishes of Australian consumers and Benny residents of Australasia who want to obtain original products and to enjoy traditional dishes from the wonderful cuisine of Benny America; we envisage the future provision of key products and ingredients to satisfy the requirements of all our customers. The product range is continually under review; thus you may enquire about other Benny American products not listed on our site and we will endeavour to accommodate you. * Products and Services, We import many products likeSauces, Beans, spices, flours, antickokes and some...
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...Strategic Risk Analysis The current strategic objective of FreshMade Cheese Farms is to further new market opportunities by including international subsidiaries as part of the business strategic plans. The mission of FreshMade Cheese is to be a global leader in the cheese industry. The first step in realizing that mission is to capture 75% market share of the cheese industry in New Zealand. The subject of this analysis examines the New Zealand market expansion risks and opportunities supporting the business mission and objectives. External Influences and Risks External influences beyond the control of the business add risk but are a part of the competitive environment and risk analysis (Pearce & Robinson Jr., 2009). This section presents the significant external forces and risks in the New Zealand subsidiary expansion. Legal and Regulatory Legal and regulatory environments influence businesses and FreshMade Cheese Farms is no different. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enacted in 1977 makes bribes of foreign officials, agents, employees, or other similar foreign representatives illegal (Cheeseman, 2010). Many foreign countries have standard practices of accepting bribes or using similar influences to do business in the country. U.S. businesses are not allowed to operate in this fashion under the FCPA (Cheeseman, 2010). One of the main New Zealand laws that FreshMade Cheese must consider is the Overseas Investment Act of 2005. This legislation outlines...
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...Marketing Management (AMN442) Assignment Introduction Masters Home Improvement is the trading name of an Australian Home Improvement chain, operated by a joint venture between Australian Retailer Woolworths Limited and Mooresville, North Carolina (United States) based hardware chain, Lowe's.[2] Masters was created as a way for Woolworths Limited to crack into the hardware retail space, which has been historically dominated by Bunnings Warehouse, which is owned by arch rival Wesfarmers. The two companies already compete with each other with groceries and general merchandise. The brand name was announced on 2 May 2011,[3] coinciding with the launch of a website at masters.com.au.[4] Hans Hulsbosch, who has designed brand identities for Woolworths & Qantas designed the Masters brand and logo.[5] The first outlet, located in Braybrook, Victoria, opened to tradesmen on 31 August 2011, and the general public on 1 September 2011.[6] In the Sydney Morning Herald, CEO Don Stallings is attributed as saying that staff will be trained for at least 100 hours, and the stores will offer over 35,000 products.[7] Ways in which Masters will differentiate from its competitors include stores which are more brightly lit, more colourful with polished concrete, large colour signage and store displays, it aims to place more emphases on attracting female shoppers, buzzers scattered around the store which when pressed, will send a nearby staff member to that location to help out a customer,...
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...importing 52 thousand ton milk power from abroad. Still we have deficit of 3.91 million ton milk. At present, daily per capita milk consumption is less than 60 ml. We are spending 10 billion Taka per annum for importing milk powder from abroad. The total milk market in Bangladesh is estimated around 21000mt worth $ 72m of which Dano holds 22% Market Share (MS), Diploma 18%MS, Anchor 12%MS, Red cow 8%MS, Nido 4%MS and others rest local players. FCMP market reaching maturity and price competition is also increasing. Due to no/little product differentiation brands becoming very price elastic. Global Trend-Consumers moving from generalized products to specialized products. Local Trend- Consumption of packed consumer goods going up. NZDP (New Zealand Product Bangladesh Ltd.) intents to enter the specialized product segment of milk market in Bangladesh. With the outbreak of stunning information that powder milk product specially growing up Milk product contain melamine; the global milk market has gained instability. Almost three children had died with the hazardous effect of melamine at China. Lately but massively it has created a crucial moment for the consumer as well as the FCMP producer of Bangladesh, because we do not have adequate local milk production. Therefore we largely depend on FCMP imported from abroad. "Despite the fact that cash is the lifeblood of a business -- the fuel that keeps the engine running -- most business owners don't...
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...Nikky Shah 1405106 Strategic Thinking for Managers 6340 The assignment is solely the work of Nikky Shah. All ideas and views of other people included or referred to are acknowledged and appropriately referenced Nikky Shah 1405106 Introduction The report aims to analyze and examine in detail the strategic thinking process for Mango Madness. The purpose of this report is to identify and recognize the apparent position of the organization, its motto and vision, assessing the internal and external factors, issues, opportunities and challenges. The report also identifies the desired future position of the business and also stresses on Critical success factors and key strategic issues. For precise and accurate investigation, data has been extracted mainly from the case study, Facebook fan page and other sources which have been stated in the appendix. The remainder of the report advises and recommends certain resolutions and techniques that may be valuable to the business and help it to progress towards its motto. CURRENT POSITION OF THE BUSINESS Mango madness started off as a small business offering smoothies at a local market in Henderson in 2009. They started off as a small business but had high hopes and a great potential for growth and improvement. Ever since, the business began operating regularly every week on a larger scale and started participating in more events and even night markets, they have received ongoing success leading the owners to restructure...
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...Group Project Report (OMGT2087) Group Project Report (OMGT2087) Executive Summary This report aims to analysis the Australia Company Coca-Cola Amatil of the logistics and supply chain activities. Coca-Cola Amatil is an Australian beverage company which is a partner of Coca-Cola Company purchasing and distributing carbonated soft drinks from Coca-Cola license. In addition to this, CCA provides their own products of water, soft drinks and fruit juices, and spirits and an alcoholic beverage. In view of the supply chain of CCA, we have a specific of the analysis for the quality management systems, transportation and warehousing system, inventory management systems during our report. Besides of the manufacturing in CCA, amatil have their responsibility in distributing the products during two kinds of the operation patterns delivery partner and out delivery partner. To maintain the quality of their product, CCA based on the implementation of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000 and OHSAS 18001 Coca-Cola created a system called Coca-Cola Operating Requirements (KORE) system. CCA has an cooperation with Swisslog to build its own warehouse system and logistics system to ensure distribution system in normal running. Forecasting is important for CCA to review the past and planning the strategy in inventory for the future by using technology and collaborative planning. Table of Contents Table of Contents - 2 - 1. Background - 3 - 2. Supply Chain Structure - 4...
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...1980, the airline changed their name to Airborne Express. After buying Midwest Air Charter, Airborne Express made history by buying the Clinton County Air Force Base in Wilmington and became the first airline in the history to own and operate an airport. In 1988, Airborne started offering same day delivery after buying Sky Courier in worldwide. In 1991, Airborne received awards from 3 major companies, which including Volvo, and In 1992, the airline introduced Flight-Ready SM, and a prepaid express letters and pack systems. In 1993,Airborne introduced the Airborne Logistics System, which provided Airborne with warehousing and distribution services. In 1994, Airborne opened the Ocean Services Division, and ALS established the first new film distribution program for Hollywood since 1944. In addition, relations were established with Vietnam. In, 1995, Airborne began to forge a relationship with Road Way Package System. In 1996, Airborne encourage higher margin products. It began to review volume discounts and the pricing of large accounts. In 1998, Airborne entered the Fortune 500 list for the first time. Airborne's first of 30 total 767's arrived at Wilmington. 2. Analyze the Porter’s Five Forces...
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...Amazon is a very Background image of page 3 innovative company that creates and manufactures many products. They are always expanding and trying to create new ways to make their company and the lives of their customers better. Amazon’s biggest competition as an e-marketplace is eBay. Amazon currently leads this market by having a more organized, effective, professional, and easy to use website. Furthermore, Amazon’s brand personality is that they are a fast, friendly, innovative company that can be trusted. All of these traits make Amazon the website where most customers choose to do their shopping. Also, Amazon makes their customers their top priority and successfully appeals to their values, knowledge, and interests. Amazon’s two loyalty programs of Amazon Prime and Amazon Visa Rewards Card provide many benefits to their members and make shopping on their website quick and easy. Overall, Amazon has developed into one of the most important and successful companies in the world today. Background image of page 4 Porter’s Five Forces analysis In order to get a broader picture of the competitive structure of Amazon.com e-business the author use Porter’s five forces model. According to Porter awareness of these five factors allow a company to gain a position which is more profitable and less vulnerable to attack. Threat of New Entrants. Most of the industries in which Amazon operates possess low barriers to entry. Except for modest capital requirements, there are no specific skills...
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...‘pricing strategy’ is the heart of overall business strategy of DANO milk powder. On the other hand, at the very beginning of job, I was working actually with the marketing strategy (pricing policy, Distribution & Logistics policy) of DANO milk Powder. So, in this report I have prefaced all possible factors related with marketing, financing, economy, production (Packaging) etc. As Arla Foods Ingredients, Bangladesh can get actual picture of milk powder market and also can get real orientation about pricing policy as well as other policy. So far, I have tried to give a target from product market to reach it to final buyers. In the report, I have put up a proposal about DANO milk powder, product design, marketing of DANO milk powder, financial analysis, competitive current marketing strategy, Ad. & trade promotional opportunities, market segmentation, pricing strategy with the compare of competitors, opinions & suggestions from field survey, and other related factors. So, I think Arla Foods Ingredients, Bangladesh will get a thorough scenario of milk powder market of Bangladesh and will get the effective...
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...activity that is dedicated to change in meeting the new challenges. Wal-Mart has become one of America's most successful retail giants generating about ROI was 18.6% and 19.2% for fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively. (Wal-Mart Annual Report, 2012). It is well know as the leader in thinking outside the box, anticipating market opportunities and executing effective strategies to capitalize on them. It has over 10,800 stores worldwide. Businesses have to face the challenge of too many competitors, partly originated by the globalisation, all competing for same objective of making highest profit. So, increasingly companies are not merely asking themselves the management question of ‘Are we doing the right?’ but are having to regularly ask ‘Are we still doing it right?’ They have been seeking a more holistic means of doing this than traditional means of delivering products and services to the customers. In a volatile world, decision makers need options on the future and the ability to change direction as strategic opportunities. Although, business as usual (BAU) performance change is providing a short term success but they are typically faced with a less than perfect processes to make investments. In this case analysis, we are trying to summarise the current situation facing the firm by analysing the general environment, industry, competitor, swot analysis with the recommendation and conclusion. 2.0 External Environmental Analysis Wal-Mart is a household name in the retailing industry...
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...Running head: DYSON VACUUM CLEANER CASE ANALYSIS Dyson Vacuum Cleaner: Shifting from domestic to international marketing with the famous bagless vacuum cleaner International Marketing – Assignment 2 Candidate: Emad AbouElgheit ISM - International School of Management Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Presented to: Professor Peter Horn 2 February 2012 Word Count: 4,326 1 CASE ANALYSIS - DYSON VACUUM CLEANER 2 Abstract After dominating the local UK market and successfully developing a new market in the US, Dyson, the ambitious vacuum cleaners manufacturer still competes in the mature global market of vacuum cleaners. Adopting a differentiation strategy since its inception, the company aims to take its brand to the next level and to expand into new grounds. This comes in a critical time after a declining market share in its high end vacuum cleaners segment, and withdrawing its innovative and very expensive washing machine from markets. The paper attempts to select the most potential global markets for Dyson to put more marketing investments. The paper suggests those markets to be mostly Scandinavian. The paper also aims to shed the light on the mass distribution strategy adopted in the US market by Dyson. Finally the paper studies the opportunity for Dyson to repeat the huge success of its vacuum cleaner to enter new product category of washing machines. Keywords: Vacuum Cleaners, Dyson, International Marketing, Upright Vacuum, Household Vacuums...
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...Running head: DYSON VACUUM CLEANER CASE ANALYSIS Dyson Vacuum Cleaner: Shifting from domestic to international marketing with the famous bagless vacuum cleaner International Marketing – Assignment 2 Candidate: Emad AbouElgheit ISM - International School of Management Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Presented to: Professor Peter Horn 2 February 2012 Word Count: 4,326 1 CASE ANALYSIS - DYSON VACUUM CLEANER 2 Abstract After dominating the local UK market and successfully developing a new market in the US, Dyson, the ambitious vacuum cleaners manufacturer still competes in the mature global market of vacuum cleaners. Adopting a differentiation strategy since its inception, the company aims to take its brand to the next level and to expand into new grounds. This comes in a critical time after a declining market share in its high end vacuum cleaners segment, and withdrawing its innovative and very expensive washing machine from markets. The paper attempts to select the most potential global markets for Dyson to put more marketing investments. The paper suggests those markets to be mostly Scandinavian. The paper also aims to shed the light on the mass distribution strategy adopted in the US market by Dyson. Finally the paper studies the opportunity for Dyson to repeat the huge success of its vacuum cleaner to enter new product category of washing machines. Keywords: Vacuum Cleaners, Dyson, International Marketing, Upright Vacuum, Household Vacuums...
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