...decided to choose a Comcast Corporation. The reason I chose Comcast Corporation is because it is a company that has made huge stride over the last several years. I also chose a telecommunications company because my husband has worked in this industry for over 15 years. Telecommunication makes up a decent piece of the gross world product by providing business, money, and market stability for the world. Comcast Corporation provides their information on the 2012 annual report in millions, except per share data according to the report. Comcast Corporation’s total assets at the end of the most recent annual reporting period, which was 2012, is $164,971M. This number is important because assets add value to Comcast Corporation and support the continued growth of the company. On the top portion of the balance sheet, Comcast Corporation’s assets are in order of liquidity, from most liquid to least liquid. The total assets at the end for 2011 annual report was $157,818M. At the end of 2012 annual reporting period, Comcast Corporation had $10,951M in cash and cash equivalents. At the end of Comcast Corporation’s 2012 annual reporting period, Comcast Corporation had $6,206M in accounts payable verse 2011 annual report which stated a total of $5,705M. This is showing continued growth of the company. Comcast Corporation’s net revenue for these periods are: 2010- $29,957M, 2011- $45,121M, and 2012- $50,391 M. Over the last three annual reporting periods, Comcast Corporation has shown...
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...[Type the company name] | Comcast Corporation | Financial Analysis of 2013 Annual Reports | | [Type the author name] | | Analysis by Page Table of Contents Analysis by Page 1 Introduction 2 Property and Equipment 3 Figure 1: Property and Equip Details 3 Intangible Assets 4 Figure 2: Review of Intangible Assets 4 Goodwill 6 Figure 3: Review of Goodwill 6 Liabilities 7 9 Other Capital Ventures 11 Works Cited 12 Introduction The Comcast Corporation is the largest cable and home internet provider in the United States. The company functions as a cable provider and ISP, including telephone services for residential and commercial customers throughout the US. This makes Comcast a central focus for both customer and competitor criticism and deserves serious financial analysis and inquires. Comcast recently stating the company was looking to invest in acquiring its competitor Time Warner Cable has brought the company to the attention of many financial firms considering the possible domination the company could holder over its industry. This analysis will be used as a mean of reviewing the financial standing of the Comcast Corporation and analyze these resources the company has at hand. Property and Equipment Figure 1: Property and Equip Details The amount of property and equipment the company has on file for the years for 2013 and 2012 are $72, 414 and $66,657 respectively. The property and equipment are stated at cost. The...
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...Annual Business Report for Comcast BU213wk2Lesson2 The company that I chose to research was Comcast. I am very amazed with the growth and productivity of this company, nevertheless; I have worked with them in the past, so I am aware first hand of it productivity. Comcast- cable television 2011 Annual review- the past year was filled with major – milestones in the growth and evolution of our company. We completed the successful integration of NBCUniversal businesses: That having scale in both content and distribution will enable Comcast to capitalize on trends in technology and consumer behavior and drive growth for years to come. What discontinued operations at Comcast: Comcast has discontinued the Soapnet promotional offer as of March.22, 2012 on most cable and satellite providers and replacing it with The Disney Junior Channel. What were some extraordinary gains and losses at Comcast? Comcast reports in the 3rd quarter of 2012 results consolidated revenue increased 15.4% operating cash flow increased 9.5% , and operating income increased 15.4% earnings per share increased 136.4% to $0.78; excluding gains on assets sales, EPS increased 39.4% to $0.46 Free cash flow increased 8.8% to $1.5 billion. For the ninth months ended September 30, 2012, consolidated pro forma revenue increased 9.4% to $46.6 billion compared to $42.6 billion in 2011. Excluding the Super Bowl in the First Quarter and The Olympics in the Third Quarter of 2012, consolidated pro forma revenue...
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...Comcast: A Leader in Technology Innovation Overview of Comcast Comcast was founded in 1969 in Pennsylvania by Ralph Roberts, Joe Roberts, and Julian Brodsky after Roberts bid successfully for cable franchises in Philadelphia. After this success he decided to expand the company’s operations further and in 1972 they took the company public due to the stagnation of subscriber rates. Comcast decided to move into the telephone business in 1988 when they purchased Amcell, this was the first time a cable company was able to offer their customers telephone service from another source other than the telephone providers. Ralph Roberts named his son, Brian L. Roberts to be the next president of the company which took everyone by surprise but he turned out to be a very efficient manager. In the mid-1990s there was an increase in activity for the cable and telecommunications industries due to deregulation which brought the cable and telephone companies into competition with one another, an increase of mergers and acquisitions were seen since many companies wanted to build more efficient networks. Microsoft Corporation decided to invest one billion dollars into Comcast so they would have a cable partner that could test “ interactive television and high-speed computer services,” (Funding Universe) they decided to choose Comcast due to them having the most advanced cable systems in the country at the time. Around the same time Microsoft invested, Comcast converted to a new fiber-coaxial...
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...Business Analysis Part III Glennyce J Nelson MGT-521 June 29, 2012 Dr. Olivia Herriford Business Analysis Part III For part III of the Business Analysis project, a review of the strategic initiatives taken by The Walt Disney Company relative to organizational and operational adaptations to the changing markets. An explanation of how recent economic trends are influencing the company, strategies Disney has used or could use for adapting to the changing markets. In addition, tactics Disney has implemented or could implement to achieve their strategic goals, the role human resources management plays in helping them achieve the goals, and would I be willing to invest in this company as a mutual fund manager. How Recent Economic Trends Are Influencing Disney. Even though the economy has been in a recession for the past couple years The Walt Disney Company has been doing well and shown continued growth. The company continues to show signs of being a healthy company as indicated by their continued increase in their net income Nelson (2012) “Disney’s income for 2011 and 2010 was $4,807 and $3,963 respectively, which represents a 21.30% increase.” (p. 4). In addition, the company had a net income of $3,307 in 2009, which represents a 19.84% increase for 2010. As shown in Figure A, Disney has shown growth in all areas of its financial statements during the past three years. Over all the company has not been significantly effected by the current economic downtrun and has...
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...INDUSTRY ANALYSIS OF AMUSEMENT PARKS HAN CHOE BRIAN CHEN MARCY LEON RUBEN BUGARIN J.D. PERALTA INTRODUCTION The history of theme parks stems from European pleasure gardens in the 16th century. Pleasure gardens were a place of recreation where the guests could also enjoy beautiful landscapes. These types of venues led to expositions and fairs in the United States. These large venues then paved the way to amusement parks, which then led to the creation of a different type of amusement park called a theme park. Theme parks are in fact amusement parks that are built and designed to portray specific themes or stories. The first of its kind was Santa Claus Land in Indiana, which is now known as Holiday World. However, it was the Walt Disney Company that utilized the theme park idea and made it popular. Today, the words amusement parks and theme parks are used synonymously. Theme parks provide attractions to their guests. These attractions are roller coasters, water rides, live shows, carnival type games, arcades, and merchandise stores. Dining is also provided to guests and come in the form of push carts, providing fast food, to seated indoor restaurants. Some theme parks offer tours as well as a resort to accommodate overnight guests. Large theme parks can also provide shoppertainment centers outside of their park walls. These shoppertainment centers are available for non park attendees as well. Shoppertainment centers offer retail stores, restaurants, and movie...
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...peets.com/ | e. State of Incorporation | Washington | f. Independent Auditor | Deloitte & Touche LLP | g. Company’s Fiscal Year End | January 2nd, 2011 | | 2. List up to five products or services your company sells or provides. Products | | | Coffee | | Gift Cards | Tea | | “Sweets” (Chocolates, cookies, etc.) | Espresso Equipment | | | Tea Accessories | | | Coffee Mugs | | | 3. Size of Company. a. Dollar amount of Assets: | 44,629 | b. Dollar amount of Sales/Revenues: | 333,808 | c. Net Income: | 17,501 | d. Basic Earnings per Share: | 13,038 | e. Number of Common Shares outstanding: | 13,063 | 4. Use the financial highlights section of your company’s annual report to note the following information. (Note: FYE may need to be adjusted depending on most recent information available) Item | | FYE 2010 | | FYE 2009 | | FYE 2008 | | FYE 2007 | Net Income | $ | 17,501 | $ | 19,252 | $ | 11,165 | $ | 8,377 | Total Assets | $ | 208,832 | $ | 204,803 | $ | 176,352 | $ | 177,547 | Total Liabilities | $ | 36,332 | $ | 39,747 | $ | 32,445 | $ | 30,294 | Long-term Debt | $ | 1,021 | $ | 8,100 | $ | 7,400 | $ | 5,420 | Dividend per share | $ | 0 | $ | 0 | $ | 0 | $ | 0 | Earnings per share (basic EPS) | $ | 1.28 | $ | 1.44 | $ | .80 | $ | .66 | 5. From Management’s Discussion and Analysis...
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...Info325 Imogen Donnelly-Lawrence - 300259652 Friday 2.40-3.30 New Zealand is currently undergoing massive changes as the government and network providers pour hundreds of millions of dollars into the nation's telecommunications and broadband infrastructure. The reason? To stay ahead in today's broadband economy. As a developed country we are heavily reliant on these infrastructures as they have significant impact on our economy. Investing now to provide for present and future generations is essential in making sure New Zealand stays on track economically and socially as the world continues to develop and focuses more on technology. In this essay I will cover a selection of sectors including New Zealand’s major providers of internet and telecommunications network, radio and television broadcast providers and the government's UFB (Ultra Fast Broadband) and RBI (Rural Broadband Initiative) initiatives. An analysis of each sector will be conducted on its potential benefit on businesses and communities, how these technologies are converging and its implications, emerging consumer trends, recommendations and an examination of overseas technologies and its possible implementation in New Zealand. Mobile Market & Infrastructure New Zealand primary telephone system is the mobile network with over 4.7 million connections and counting. The biggest holders of the mobile market shares are Spark and Vodafone with a 33% and 42%. (Commerce Commission, 2014) 2Degrees is their...
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...Time Warner Cable 200 8 A N N U A L R E PO R T Time Warner Cable is the second-largest cable operator in the U.S. and a major provider of communications and entertainment services to homes and businesses. Our technologically advanced, well-clustered operations serve about 14.6 million customers in 28 states, with our largest operations located primarily in five geographic areas: New York State (including New York City), Texas, Ohio, the Carolinas and Southern California (including Los Angeles). Time Warner Cable is built on a foundation of technological innovation and commitment to the communities we call home. VIDEO • Time Warner Cable offers packages of ff cable channels to fit a wide variety of budgets. With Digital Cable, customers have access to more than 200 channels, On Demand, parental controls and optional DVR service. • Time Warner Cable’s Digital Cable is the “Home of Free HD.” Our highdefinition service delivers the best fi HD channels and HD On Demand. • On Demand gives customers thousands of viewing choices instantly, with new movies, shows and sporting events added every day—many in HD. • Start Over® is an Enhanced TV feature that lets viewers restart a program already in progress, at the push of a button, even if they haven’t programmed their DVR. HIGH-SPEED DATA • Road Runner High-Speed Online delivers a blazing-fast Internet connection with speeds up to three times faster than standard DSL packages. • Security Suite comes with every subscription and delivers...
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...2010 Santa Clara University MGMT 162- Capstone Professor Schneider Winter Quarter:2010 NETFLIX: A COMPANY ANALYSIS Prepared By Group 5: Alex Krengel, Annie Dudek, Rick Momboisse, Trish Paik, & Tyler Martin  Table of Contents I. Wall Street Journal Article and Executive Summary ..4 I A. Wall Street Journal Article 4 I B. Executive Summary ..5 II. External Analysis ..7 II A. Industry Definition ..7 II B. Six Industry Force Analysis ..8 II C. Macro Environmental Forces Analysis, Economic Trends, and Ethical Concerns ..15 II D. Competitor Analysis ..17 II D. 1 Netflix’s Competitors ..17 II D. 2 Netflix’s Primary Competitors ..17 II D. 3 Primary Competitors’ Business Level and Corporate Level Strategy ..18 II D. 4 How Competitors Achieve Their Strategic Position ..18 II D. 5 Willingness to Pay ..21 II D. 6 Comparative Financial Analysis ..22 II D. 7 Implications of Competitor Analysis ..23 II E. Intra-Industry Analysis ..24 III. Internal Analysis ..24 III A. Business Definition/Mission ..24 III B. Management Style ..24 III C. Organizational Structure, Controls and Values ..25 III C. 1 Organizational Structure ..25 III C. 2 Organizational Controls ..25 III C. 3 Organizational Values ..25 III D. Strategic Position Definition ..26 III D. 1 Corporate Level ..26 III D. 2 Business Level ..27 III D. 3 Resource & Capability Level ..28 Value Minus Cost Profile ..28 Value Chain ..28 VRIO Analysis ..28 Consumer Retention Analysis ..29 4Ps Analysis ...
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...levels of technology to include dialup, broadband, and wireless. The wealth of connection options for the customer coupled with the maturity of the technology ensures a successful market opportunity. The strategic plan of AT&T takes into account the internal and external environments. The company strategy includes long term objectives that foster market dominance. [pic] Outline I. Purpose. This evaluation will perform a strategic analysis of the AT&T internet access technologies for the consumer market. This report identifies core competencies, sources of competitive advantage, and recommendations to improve AT&T’s strategic position. II. Corporate Background. This section includes a brief history of AT&T, along with how AT&T entered into the consumer Internet services business. The report also analyzes recent press releases to identify any recent developments. a. overview b. mission c. historical review d. recent events III. Product Analysis. Here the product offerings of AT&T in this market are identified. An analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the two primary technologies is completed. The market for the firm’s products is explored. a. overview of products i. dialup access ii. cable access iii. digital subscriber iv....
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...The Walt Disney Company: A Corporate Strategy Analysis Written by Carlos Carillo, Jeremy Crumley, Kendree Thieringer and Jeffrey S. Harrison at the Robins School of Business, University of Richmond. Copyright © Jeffrey S. Harrison. This case was written for the purpose of classroom discussion. It is not to be duplicated or cited in any form without the copyright holder’s express permission. For permission to reproduce or cite this case, contact Jeffrey S. Harrison (RCNcases@richmond.edu). In your message, state your name, affiliation and the intended use of the case. Permission for classroom use will be granted free of charge. Other cases are available at: http://robins.richmond.edu/centers/center-‐for-‐active-‐business-‐education/research/case-‐network.html November 2012 "Walt was never afraid to dream. That song from Pinocchio, 'When You Wish Upon a Star,' is the perfect summary of Walt's approach to life: dream big dreams, even hopelessly impossible...
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...a trading firm. RPD has since been a Wall Street force to be reckoned with. The company was founded by legendary Wall Street buccaneer Sam Remington, who was instrumental in shaping the stock market as it exists today. RPD was successful by targeting the 2% of American families who hold 80% of the country’s assets. This strategy that served the company well through the early 1990s was not faring so well by the mid-1990s. A new layer of wealth was created which in turn created new target audience for RPD and for their competitors. In 2005, RPD developed their first attempt at an online trading site called eRPD. The site has had major issues and a multitude of customer complaints. The following paragraphs, and accompanying tables, will review the problem RPD is facing and offer a potential solution for its executive leadership team. Describe the Situation Issue and Opportunity Identification RPD started over 35 years ago. It has since focused on America’s richest families however, the progress of the internet and the recent real estate booms, there has been a lot of change and RPD must also change if it wishes to remain successful. RPD has hired many ambitious employees who, with their knowledge and understanding, can help RPD move forward in its next challenge: eRPD. RPD wants to take this new idea for eRPD and create an internet site that will allow their customers to trade at the touch of their finger. The idea is creative and has much potential but has one problem. In...
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...following report provides an analysis of the current and prospective profitability, and financial stability of The Walt Disney Company (Dis). The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, “is a diversified worldwide entertainment company with operations in five business segments: Media Networks, Parks and Resorts, Studio Entertainment, Consumer Products and Interactive” (The Walt Disney Company Annual Report, 2013). The report will additionally examine three areas of financial strength; liquidity, leverage debt to equity ratio, and sustainable growth as well as summary descriptions of each business segment in order to fully understand the company’s profitability in the short and long run. Organizational Overview The Walt Disney Company was founded in 1922, and has become a world leader in family entertainment. Disney is operating on a multinational level under the direction of CEO, Robert A. Iger. The Company and its affiliated companies have remained faithful to their commitment to produce unparalleled entertainment experiences based on the rich legacy of quality creative content and exceptional storytelling. Each division under The Walt Disney Company’s umbrella provides distinct products and services and caters to diverse market segments. All divisions, however, are united in their creative and imaginative efforts to “reach hundreds of millions of people worldwide and provide them with incredible entertainment experiences” (The Walt Disney Company Annual Report...
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...Thompson−Strickland−Gamble: Crafting and Executing Strategy: Concepts and Cases, 16th Edition I. Concepts and Techniques for Crafting and Executing Strategy 1. What Is Strategy and Why Is It Important? chapter one © The McGraw−Hill Companies, 2008 1 What Is Strategy and Why Is It Important? Strategy means making clear-cut choices about how to compete. —Jack Welch Former CEO, General Electric A strategy is a commitment to undertake one set of actions rather than another. —Sharon Oster Professor, Yale University The process of developing superior strategies is part planning, part trial and error, until you hit upon something that works. —Costas Markides Professor, London Business School Without a strategy the organization is like a ship without a rudder. —Joel Ross and Michael Kami Authors and Consultants Thompson−Strickland−Gamble: Crafting and Executing Strategy: Concepts and Cases, 16th Edition M I. Concepts and Techniques for Crafting and Executing Strategy 1. What Is Strategy and Why Is It Important? © The McGraw−Hill Companies, 2008 anagers face three central questions in evaluating their company’s business prospects: What’s the company’s present situation? Where does the company need to go from here? How should it get there? Arriving at a probing answer to the question “What’s the company’s present situation?” prompts managers to evaluate industry conditions and competitive pressures, the company’s current performance and market standing, its resource strengths...
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