This document summarizes a study on the financial diagnosis of selected listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh from 2006-2007 to 2008-2009. The study uses ratio analysis, statistical tools, and Altman's Z-Score model to analyze the liquidity, profitability, and solvency of the companies. The results found that while the industry average bankruptcy risk was satisfactory, the liquidity, profitability, and solvency positions of most companies were average. Factors like unsound financial management, inadequate working capital, and government policies were found to influence the financial performance. The study aims to identify limitations and recommend corrective measures to improve the industry.
Financial analysis of selected pharmaceutical companies in bangladeshAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study analyzing the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh from 2005-2008. Ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis were used to evaluate the companies' profitability, liquidity, solvency, activity, and risk of bankruptcy. The study found that most companies' earnings capacity, liquidity, financial position, and performance were not strong, and many had a low level of risk for bankruptcy. Reasons given included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulation, and increased costs. The document reviews prior literature on using financial analysis techniques to evaluate corporate performance and bankruptcy risk.
11.diagnosing the financial health of selected pharmaceutical companies in ba...Alexander Decker
1) The document analyzes the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh between 2005-2008 using ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis.
2) It finds that the profitability, liquidity, and financial stability of most companies were weak, and many had a high risk of bankruptcy.
3) Reasons for the poor financial performance included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulations, and increased costs of raw materials, labor and overhead expenses. The financial performance of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh needed improvement.
Diagnosing the financial health of selected pharmaceutical companies in bangl...Alexander Decker
1) The document analyzes the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh between 2005-2008 using ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis.
2) It finds that the profitability, liquidity, and financial stability of most companies were poor, with gross profit margins, net profit margins, and returns on investment generally below industry standards.
3) The reasons for the weak financial performance included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulations, and increased costs of raw materials, labor and overhead expenses. The financial performance of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh needed improvement.
Accounting measurement of owners’ equity and its impact on the going concern ...Alexander Decker
1. The study examines the accounting measurement of owners' equity and its impact on the going concern concept of Jordanian public companies.
2. It aims to develop a financial reporting standard for owners' equity and study how reserves are calculated and used.
3. The study finds a statistically significant but not strong relationship between owners' equity and going concern, and between the reporting standard and quality of accounting information.
This document provides an analysis of the propensity for bankruptcy in the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. It begins with an introduction that outlines the objectives of studying financial distress, bankruptcy, and applying the Z-score model to 10 pharmaceutical companies. The theoretical framework section then discusses the Bangladesh pharmaceutical industry, factors that contribute to financial distress, and the Z-score bankruptcy prediction model. Causes of financial distress include inadequate financing, management issues, poor economic conditions, and lack of innovation. The document aims to assess bankruptcy risk for pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh using financial analysis and the Z-score model.
Cross-border and domestic merger and acquisitions are considered as fastest means
of growth and survival too. This study provides evidence on the value creation by
applying inorganic growth strategies based on a sample of Indian pharmaceutical
companies. Relying on the key financial ratios, their pre-merger and post-merger
financial performances were compared to find whether merger has affected their
performance. Based on these multiple financial ratios it has been noted that there was
no improvement found in the profitability after merger. The main motives of the mergers
and acquisitions like cost reduction, risk spreading etc were compared to the financial
results which indicates that the overall motives more or less were achieved by the
companies keeping internal factors of acquiring companies constant
The document provides an overview of the telecommunications industry in India. It discusses the evolution of the industry from a state-run monopoly to a liberalized sector with private participation. Key points include:
- India has the second largest telecommunications network in the world, with over 895 million connections as of December 2015.
- The industry has grown rapidly since the 1990s after economic liberalization opened the sector to private companies.
- Telecom has become a major driver of India's economic growth and development, contributing over 2% to GDP.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF BHARTI AIRTEL LIMITEDyashmin khatun
This document discusses financial statement analysis and ratio analysis. It provides background on analyzing a company's financial stability, profitability, and performance over time using various ratios and comparisons. The objectives are to analyze the financial position, liquidity, and profitability of Bharti Airtel over a five year period and identify its financial strengths and weaknesses. Limitations include a lack of structured data from the company and a limited three year study period relying on secondary data. A literature review found previous research analyzing the relationship between working capital management, cash conversion cycles, and company profitability.
Financial analysis of selected pharmaceutical companies in bangladeshAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study analyzing the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh from 2005-2008. Ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis were used to evaluate the companies' profitability, liquidity, solvency, activity, and risk of bankruptcy. The study found that most companies' earnings capacity, liquidity, financial position, and performance were not strong, and many had a low level of risk for bankruptcy. Reasons given included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulation, and increased costs. The document reviews prior literature on using financial analysis techniques to evaluate corporate performance and bankruptcy risk.
11.diagnosing the financial health of selected pharmaceutical companies in ba...Alexander Decker
1) The document analyzes the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh between 2005-2008 using ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis.
2) It finds that the profitability, liquidity, and financial stability of most companies were weak, and many had a high risk of bankruptcy.
3) Reasons for the poor financial performance included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulations, and increased costs of raw materials, labor and overhead expenses. The financial performance of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh needed improvement.
Diagnosing the financial health of selected pharmaceutical companies in bangl...Alexander Decker
1) The document analyzes the financial performance of selected pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh between 2005-2008 using ratio analysis and multivariate discriminate analysis.
2) It finds that the profitability, liquidity, and financial stability of most companies were poor, with gross profit margins, net profit margins, and returns on investment generally below industry standards.
3) The reasons for the weak financial performance included inefficient financial management, lack of realistic goals, strict government regulations, and increased costs of raw materials, labor and overhead expenses. The financial performance of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh needed improvement.
Accounting measurement of owners’ equity and its impact on the going concern ...Alexander Decker
1. The study examines the accounting measurement of owners' equity and its impact on the going concern concept of Jordanian public companies.
2. It aims to develop a financial reporting standard for owners' equity and study how reserves are calculated and used.
3. The study finds a statistically significant but not strong relationship between owners' equity and going concern, and between the reporting standard and quality of accounting information.
This document provides an analysis of the propensity for bankruptcy in the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. It begins with an introduction that outlines the objectives of studying financial distress, bankruptcy, and applying the Z-score model to 10 pharmaceutical companies. The theoretical framework section then discusses the Bangladesh pharmaceutical industry, factors that contribute to financial distress, and the Z-score bankruptcy prediction model. Causes of financial distress include inadequate financing, management issues, poor economic conditions, and lack of innovation. The document aims to assess bankruptcy risk for pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh using financial analysis and the Z-score model.
Cross-border and domestic merger and acquisitions are considered as fastest means
of growth and survival too. This study provides evidence on the value creation by
applying inorganic growth strategies based on a sample of Indian pharmaceutical
companies. Relying on the key financial ratios, their pre-merger and post-merger
financial performances were compared to find whether merger has affected their
performance. Based on these multiple financial ratios it has been noted that there was
no improvement found in the profitability after merger. The main motives of the mergers
and acquisitions like cost reduction, risk spreading etc were compared to the financial
results which indicates that the overall motives more or less were achieved by the
companies keeping internal factors of acquiring companies constant
The document provides an overview of the telecommunications industry in India. It discusses the evolution of the industry from a state-run monopoly to a liberalized sector with private participation. Key points include:
- India has the second largest telecommunications network in the world, with over 895 million connections as of December 2015.
- The industry has grown rapidly since the 1990s after economic liberalization opened the sector to private companies.
- Telecom has become a major driver of India's economic growth and development, contributing over 2% to GDP.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF BHARTI AIRTEL LIMITEDyashmin khatun
This document discusses financial statement analysis and ratio analysis. It provides background on analyzing a company's financial stability, profitability, and performance over time using various ratios and comparisons. The objectives are to analyze the financial position, liquidity, and profitability of Bharti Airtel over a five year period and identify its financial strengths and weaknesses. Limitations include a lack of structured data from the company and a limited three year study period relying on secondary data. A literature review found previous research analyzing the relationship between working capital management, cash conversion cycles, and company profitability.
This document summarizes a study that examined the impact of board independence on the financial reporting quality of pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria. The study analyzed data from 10 pharmaceutical companies over 2006-2019. It found that board independence, as measured by the ratio of non-executive to executive directors, has a significant positive impact on financial reporting quality. Specifically, the inclusion of more non-executive directors on the board was found to help promote higher quality financial reports. The study recommends that pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria should aim to have more non-executive directors on their boards to improve financial reporting quality.
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Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering,
Information Engineering and Technology,
Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,
Automation and Mechatronics Engineering,
Material and Chemical Engineering,
Civil and Architecture Engineering,
Biotechnology and Bio Engineering,
Environmental Engineering,
Petroleum and Mining Engineering,
Marine and Agriculture engineering,
Aerospace Engineering.
This document describes a study that uses an integrated TOPSIS-DEA approach to rank cement companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. The study evaluates 28 cement companies from 2006-2012 using both qualitative and quantitative data. Financial ratios and other data are used as inputs and outputs in the TOPSIS-DEA model. The hybrid model aims to provide a more accurate ranking by combining the advantages of the TOPSIS and DEA methods. When the results were presented to stock market experts, most felt the integrated approach provided a better ranking of company performance than quantitative or qualitative approaches alone.
A study on financial performance and analysis at apollo munich insurance comp...MAMPIYACHANDRA
This document provides an introduction to a research report on the financial performance and analysis of Apollo Munich Insurance Limited in Chandigarh, India. It discusses financial performance and analysis, financial statements and their uses, the process of financial statement analysis, features and objectives of financial statements, importance of analysis, users of statements, and the main forms of financial statements. The report will analyze the company's performance over time using ratios and trends calculated from its financial statements.
Correlation between financial leverage and firm valueAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a research study on the correlation between financial leverage and firm value for companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. The study analyzed 153 accepted companies over a 5-year period from 2005 to 2010. The main findings were:
1) There is a negative significant correlation between financial leverage and other variables like earnings per share, price earnings ratio, return on equity, return on assets, and operating profit.
2) According to the correlations, it is suggested shareholders consider these variables when making financial decisions to achieve an optimal capital structure, and managers decrease debt proportions to increase firm value.
3) Managers should help shareholders choose influential resources to increase wealth through strategic planning.
Determinant of Income Smoothing At Manufacturing Firms Listed On Indonesia St...inventionjournals
This research conducted to analyze the influence of profitability, financial risk (leverage), value of firm, institutional ownership and public ownership on the Income smoothing at Manufacturing firms listed in Indonesia stock exchange (IDX). The data used in this research was secondary data and there was 68 samples taken through purposive sampling technique. The method used in analyzing the relationship between the independent variables and dependent variables was multiple linear regression methods and classical assumption test. These findings simultaneously indicated that profitability, leverage, the value of the firm, institutional ownership and public ownership influence on the income smoothing. The partially results performed that leverage and value of firm influenced positively on income smoothing, while the profitability, institutional ownership, and public ownership influenced negatively on the income smoothing of manufacturing firms listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange.
Working capital investment and financing policies of selected pharmaceutical ...Alexander Decker
1) The study examined the relationship between working capital investment and financing policies of 5 listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh over 5 years.
2) It found that the companies had similar working capital investment policies but significant differences in their working capital financing policies.
3) The study also found that companies with more aggressive working capital investment policies tended to have more conservative working capital financing policies and vice versa.
An Empirical Analysis on the Nature of Relationship between Capital Structure...iosrjce
The financing decision with regard to capital structure theory of finance has been a topic of many
theories and their conflicting output for past many years. This paper aims to analyse the nature of relationship
between the capital structure of a firm and its performance. The data of 40 firms excluding financial services
firms listed on Nifty indices on National Stock Exchange is studied (The composition of 50 firms on Nifty
represents a well branch out index reflecting precisely the overall market conditions). Financial services firms
have been excluded from purview of this paper, as they are in the business of collecting money and investing in
financial assets rather than producing goods, hence follow a unique business valuation model. Further financial
services sector being one of the most sensitive sectors. This paper analyzes a period of 13 years (2001-2014)
covering the phases of a business cycle starting from boom (2001/02-2006/07), recession (2007/08-2008/09)
and then recovery (2009/10-2013/14). The complete business cycle will aid to demonstrate the results more
accurately. This paper also surveys the topical developments in the empirical capital structure research. The
data for a period of 13 years is analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation and multiple regression
techniques. For research purpose, the ratios such as debt-equity ratio, debt-asset ratio and long term debt are
taken as independent variables whereas Net Profit, Net Profit Margin, ROCE, ROE and ROA are the ratios
taken as dependent variables.
This document discusses a study that analyzes the financial health of the Indian logistics industry from 2005-2012 using Altman's Z-score model. The study finds that the average Z-score for selected logistics firms was in the healthy to very healthy range during the study period. The average Z-score increased from 2006 to 2010 when the Indian economy was hit by the global recession, indicating the overall performance of the Indian logistics industry was good. The document reviews previous literature on measuring financial performance and distress using ratios and Z-scores, and outlines the objectives and methodology used in the current study.
This document discusses tools and concepts for conducting an external strategic management audit. It outlines five broad categories of external forces - economic, social/demographic, political/legal, technological, and competitive. The document describes the process of performing an external audit, which involves gathering information, identifying opportunities and threats, prioritizing key factors, and communicating findings. It provides examples of variables to monitor within each category and emphasizes the importance of competitive intelligence programs.
This document summarizes a research article that examines factors affecting going concern audit opinions. The study analyzed 141 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2012-2014. The results of the logistic regression analysis found that audit quality, company size, and managerial ownership affected the likelihood of a going concern audit opinion. However, the previous year's audit opinion, institutional ownership, growth, debt default, opinion shopping, bankruptcy prediction, audit committee activity, and audit committee membership did not affect the likelihood of a going concern audit opinion. The purpose of the study was to determine what factors influence the issuance of a going concern audit opinion for manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange.
Financial analysis of “corporation bank” with special reference to coimbatore...Alexander Decker
This document analyzes the financial performance of Corporation Bank with reference to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu from 2009-2013. It begins with an abstract stating that financial analysis provides insight into an organization's present and past performance.
The objectives of the study are outlined as: 1) To understand the profile and products/services of Corporation Bank 2) To identify the bank's financial strengths and weaknesses 3) To estimate future earnings using trend analysis.
Ratio analysis and trend analysis are used to analyze the bank's liquidity, profitability, and efficiency over the 5-year period. Key ratios examined include debt-equity ratio and current ratio. The analysis finds that debt-equity ratio decreased from 2009-2013,
This study attempts to measure the financial performance of selected Bangladeshi commercial banks for the period 2010-2016 through using the DuPont model which is an important tool for measuring profitability and judging the financial performance of any financial entity. The modified DuPont model disaggregates ROE (which is an indication of the earning power of the firm) into five components: tax burden, interest burden, profit margin, total asset turnover, and equity multiplier ratios. Empirical results exhibit that Dhaka Bank has performed best in every aspect and secured the first position due to highest average ROE. On the other hand, AB Bank is the least performer among all the banks due to its lowest average ROE. Finally, this study suggests that a company can have high ROE if it has high operating margin, lower interest, lower income tax, efficient use of assets and high use of debt in its capital structure.
A detail analysis on the relationship between group’s diversificationAlexander Decker
This document analyzes the relationship between a group's diversification into the financial services industry and its impact on financial performance. Specifically, it uses 12 years of data from Nishat Group, which diversified by establishing MCB Bank, to test performance before and after diversification. The results show diversification into financial services proved profitable for the group, though it increased overall risk. Dependent variables like return on equity and assets had a strong relationship with independent variables measuring profitability, efficiency, and growth, rejecting the hypothesis that diversification had no positive impact. However, unrelated diversification increased total risk more than related diversification.
A study on financial performance of restructured or revived slp es in keralaAlexander Decker
This document discusses a study on the financial performance of restructured state-level public enterprises (SLPEs) in Kerala, India. The study aims to assess whether there was significant change in the financial performance of three selected SLPEs after implementation of revival and restructuring packages. The analysis involves comparing financial ratios like current ratio, net profit ratio, and debt-equity ratio before and after revival to measure liquidity, profitability, and long-term solvency. Secondary data was collected from the restructured SLPEs and ratio analysis was used to analyze financial performance and understand the effectiveness of the restructuring interventions. The conclusions could provide guidelines to improve management of SLPEs in Kerala.
This document discusses a study conducted at PT ABC to increase the production capacity of its rack steering line using Lean Six Sigma methodology. PT ABC was facing increasing customer demand but its normal daily production capacity of 744 units was insufficient, requiring overtime. The researchers applied the DMAIC process and identified opportunities to reduce cycle times through minimizing waste. They determined the longest process times were on machines OP-10, OP-20, OP-30 and OP-90. Improvements such as optimizing machine programs, replacing over-specified machines with more appropriate ones, improving tools, and modifying jig positions reduced cycle times from 1.1 minutes to 1 minute. This increased daily capacity to 818 units and reduced overtime costs.
This document summarizes a study that analyzed the effect of earnings per share (EPS), net profit margin (NPM), and debt to equity ratio (DER) on return on assets (ROA) of companies listed on the LQ45 index of the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2014-2018. The study used quantitative methods including multiple linear regression to determine the relationships. The results found that EPS and NPM had a positive and significant effect on ROA, while DER had a negative and insignificant effect. Together the independent variables explained 99.34% of the variation in ROA.
Pharmaceutical industry in bangladesh(presentetion)...n iloyNiloy Saha
The document discusses the history and growth of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. It notes that the industry has grown considerably in the last two decades, creating many jobs. It started growing significantly after the country gained independence. Now there are over 250 registered pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh. The industry makes a growing contribution to the country's GDP and exports medicines worth $60 million. The domestic market has been growing at a fast pace of around 20-22% annually in recent years. The industry is important for Bangladesh's healthcare sector and economy.
An efficient financial reporting disclosure is a yardstick in measuring the strength of any company. The financial reporting disclosure of non-life insurance companies of Bangladesh is the topic of this thesis paper. For the ease of study the disclosures are divided into two categories –mandatory and non-mandatory financial reporting disclosures. The study has been conducted on the listed non-life insurance companies of Bangladesh.
The selection of listed non-life insurance companies has been done in a systematic and representative way. Among 32 companies, 13 companies have been selected to conduct the study. Annual Report 2012 and 2011 has been taken into considerations since the Annual Reports are the yardstick and mirror of the financial reporting disclosures.
The study has been structured with the use of checklists of mandatory disclosures, non-mandatory disclosures and financial reporting standards. These checklists have been analyzed very well to get the actual scenario of the financial reporting disclosure conditions of the non-life insurance companies. This revealed that most companies have poor financial reporting disclosure conditions. With proper compliance with the financial reporting standards this poor condition can be made efficient.
Pharmaceutical industry in bangladesh(assigment)...n iloyNiloy Saha
The document discusses the pharmaceutical sector in Bangladesh. It provides background on the history and growth of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. Key points include:
- The pharmaceutical sector has grown significantly since the 1980s and is now a major contributor to Bangladesh's economy. It supplies 97% of domestic medicine needs.
- The industry is highly regulated by bodies like the Directorate General of Drug Administration. The National Drug Policy of 1982 helped foster growth by promoting local production and restricting imports.
- Major local companies include Square Pharmaceuticals, Incepta Pharma, Beximco Pharma, and ACME Laboratories. The industry also includes some multinational companies.
- In 2012, Square Pharma
Problems and Prospect of Pharmaceutical Industries in BangladeshFahim Rokon
The document discusses the history, development, current state, problems and prospects of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. It notes that while the industry has grown significantly in recent decades, contributing to the country's economy and exports, it still faces several challenges. These include unstable power supply, high interest rates on loans, lack of raw material production locally, and the need to upgrade regulatory bodies to international standards. Addressing these issues could help the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh realize its full potential.
This document summarizes a study that examined the impact of board independence on the financial reporting quality of pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria. The study analyzed data from 10 pharmaceutical companies over 2006-2019. It found that board independence, as measured by the ratio of non-executive to executive directors, has a significant positive impact on financial reporting quality. Specifically, the inclusion of more non-executive directors on the board was found to help promote higher quality financial reports. The study recommends that pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria should aim to have more non-executive directors on their boards to improve financial reporting quality.
International Journal of Engineering Research and DevelopmentIJERD Editor
Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering,
Information Engineering and Technology,
Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,
Automation and Mechatronics Engineering,
Material and Chemical Engineering,
Civil and Architecture Engineering,
Biotechnology and Bio Engineering,
Environmental Engineering,
Petroleum and Mining Engineering,
Marine and Agriculture engineering,
Aerospace Engineering.
This document describes a study that uses an integrated TOPSIS-DEA approach to rank cement companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. The study evaluates 28 cement companies from 2006-2012 using both qualitative and quantitative data. Financial ratios and other data are used as inputs and outputs in the TOPSIS-DEA model. The hybrid model aims to provide a more accurate ranking by combining the advantages of the TOPSIS and DEA methods. When the results were presented to stock market experts, most felt the integrated approach provided a better ranking of company performance than quantitative or qualitative approaches alone.
A study on financial performance and analysis at apollo munich insurance comp...MAMPIYACHANDRA
This document provides an introduction to a research report on the financial performance and analysis of Apollo Munich Insurance Limited in Chandigarh, India. It discusses financial performance and analysis, financial statements and their uses, the process of financial statement analysis, features and objectives of financial statements, importance of analysis, users of statements, and the main forms of financial statements. The report will analyze the company's performance over time using ratios and trends calculated from its financial statements.
Correlation between financial leverage and firm valueAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a research study on the correlation between financial leverage and firm value for companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. The study analyzed 153 accepted companies over a 5-year period from 2005 to 2010. The main findings were:
1) There is a negative significant correlation between financial leverage and other variables like earnings per share, price earnings ratio, return on equity, return on assets, and operating profit.
2) According to the correlations, it is suggested shareholders consider these variables when making financial decisions to achieve an optimal capital structure, and managers decrease debt proportions to increase firm value.
3) Managers should help shareholders choose influential resources to increase wealth through strategic planning.
Determinant of Income Smoothing At Manufacturing Firms Listed On Indonesia St...inventionjournals
This research conducted to analyze the influence of profitability, financial risk (leverage), value of firm, institutional ownership and public ownership on the Income smoothing at Manufacturing firms listed in Indonesia stock exchange (IDX). The data used in this research was secondary data and there was 68 samples taken through purposive sampling technique. The method used in analyzing the relationship between the independent variables and dependent variables was multiple linear regression methods and classical assumption test. These findings simultaneously indicated that profitability, leverage, the value of the firm, institutional ownership and public ownership influence on the income smoothing. The partially results performed that leverage and value of firm influenced positively on income smoothing, while the profitability, institutional ownership, and public ownership influenced negatively on the income smoothing of manufacturing firms listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange.
Working capital investment and financing policies of selected pharmaceutical ...Alexander Decker
1) The study examined the relationship between working capital investment and financing policies of 5 listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh over 5 years.
2) It found that the companies had similar working capital investment policies but significant differences in their working capital financing policies.
3) The study also found that companies with more aggressive working capital investment policies tended to have more conservative working capital financing policies and vice versa.
An Empirical Analysis on the Nature of Relationship between Capital Structure...iosrjce
The financing decision with regard to capital structure theory of finance has been a topic of many
theories and their conflicting output for past many years. This paper aims to analyse the nature of relationship
between the capital structure of a firm and its performance. The data of 40 firms excluding financial services
firms listed on Nifty indices on National Stock Exchange is studied (The composition of 50 firms on Nifty
represents a well branch out index reflecting precisely the overall market conditions). Financial services firms
have been excluded from purview of this paper, as they are in the business of collecting money and investing in
financial assets rather than producing goods, hence follow a unique business valuation model. Further financial
services sector being one of the most sensitive sectors. This paper analyzes a period of 13 years (2001-2014)
covering the phases of a business cycle starting from boom (2001/02-2006/07), recession (2007/08-2008/09)
and then recovery (2009/10-2013/14). The complete business cycle will aid to demonstrate the results more
accurately. This paper also surveys the topical developments in the empirical capital structure research. The
data for a period of 13 years is analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation and multiple regression
techniques. For research purpose, the ratios such as debt-equity ratio, debt-asset ratio and long term debt are
taken as independent variables whereas Net Profit, Net Profit Margin, ROCE, ROE and ROA are the ratios
taken as dependent variables.
This document discusses a study that analyzes the financial health of the Indian logistics industry from 2005-2012 using Altman's Z-score model. The study finds that the average Z-score for selected logistics firms was in the healthy to very healthy range during the study period. The average Z-score increased from 2006 to 2010 when the Indian economy was hit by the global recession, indicating the overall performance of the Indian logistics industry was good. The document reviews previous literature on measuring financial performance and distress using ratios and Z-scores, and outlines the objectives and methodology used in the current study.
This document discusses tools and concepts for conducting an external strategic management audit. It outlines five broad categories of external forces - economic, social/demographic, political/legal, technological, and competitive. The document describes the process of performing an external audit, which involves gathering information, identifying opportunities and threats, prioritizing key factors, and communicating findings. It provides examples of variables to monitor within each category and emphasizes the importance of competitive intelligence programs.
This document summarizes a research article that examines factors affecting going concern audit opinions. The study analyzed 141 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2012-2014. The results of the logistic regression analysis found that audit quality, company size, and managerial ownership affected the likelihood of a going concern audit opinion. However, the previous year's audit opinion, institutional ownership, growth, debt default, opinion shopping, bankruptcy prediction, audit committee activity, and audit committee membership did not affect the likelihood of a going concern audit opinion. The purpose of the study was to determine what factors influence the issuance of a going concern audit opinion for manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange.
Financial analysis of “corporation bank” with special reference to coimbatore...Alexander Decker
This document analyzes the financial performance of Corporation Bank with reference to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu from 2009-2013. It begins with an abstract stating that financial analysis provides insight into an organization's present and past performance.
The objectives of the study are outlined as: 1) To understand the profile and products/services of Corporation Bank 2) To identify the bank's financial strengths and weaknesses 3) To estimate future earnings using trend analysis.
Ratio analysis and trend analysis are used to analyze the bank's liquidity, profitability, and efficiency over the 5-year period. Key ratios examined include debt-equity ratio and current ratio. The analysis finds that debt-equity ratio decreased from 2009-2013,
This study attempts to measure the financial performance of selected Bangladeshi commercial banks for the period 2010-2016 through using the DuPont model which is an important tool for measuring profitability and judging the financial performance of any financial entity. The modified DuPont model disaggregates ROE (which is an indication of the earning power of the firm) into five components: tax burden, interest burden, profit margin, total asset turnover, and equity multiplier ratios. Empirical results exhibit that Dhaka Bank has performed best in every aspect and secured the first position due to highest average ROE. On the other hand, AB Bank is the least performer among all the banks due to its lowest average ROE. Finally, this study suggests that a company can have high ROE if it has high operating margin, lower interest, lower income tax, efficient use of assets and high use of debt in its capital structure.
A detail analysis on the relationship between group’s diversificationAlexander Decker
This document analyzes the relationship between a group's diversification into the financial services industry and its impact on financial performance. Specifically, it uses 12 years of data from Nishat Group, which diversified by establishing MCB Bank, to test performance before and after diversification. The results show diversification into financial services proved profitable for the group, though it increased overall risk. Dependent variables like return on equity and assets had a strong relationship with independent variables measuring profitability, efficiency, and growth, rejecting the hypothesis that diversification had no positive impact. However, unrelated diversification increased total risk more than related diversification.
A study on financial performance of restructured or revived slp es in keralaAlexander Decker
This document discusses a study on the financial performance of restructured state-level public enterprises (SLPEs) in Kerala, India. The study aims to assess whether there was significant change in the financial performance of three selected SLPEs after implementation of revival and restructuring packages. The analysis involves comparing financial ratios like current ratio, net profit ratio, and debt-equity ratio before and after revival to measure liquidity, profitability, and long-term solvency. Secondary data was collected from the restructured SLPEs and ratio analysis was used to analyze financial performance and understand the effectiveness of the restructuring interventions. The conclusions could provide guidelines to improve management of SLPEs in Kerala.
This document discusses a study conducted at PT ABC to increase the production capacity of its rack steering line using Lean Six Sigma methodology. PT ABC was facing increasing customer demand but its normal daily production capacity of 744 units was insufficient, requiring overtime. The researchers applied the DMAIC process and identified opportunities to reduce cycle times through minimizing waste. They determined the longest process times were on machines OP-10, OP-20, OP-30 and OP-90. Improvements such as optimizing machine programs, replacing over-specified machines with more appropriate ones, improving tools, and modifying jig positions reduced cycle times from 1.1 minutes to 1 minute. This increased daily capacity to 818 units and reduced overtime costs.
This document summarizes a study that analyzed the effect of earnings per share (EPS), net profit margin (NPM), and debt to equity ratio (DER) on return on assets (ROA) of companies listed on the LQ45 index of the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2014-2018. The study used quantitative methods including multiple linear regression to determine the relationships. The results found that EPS and NPM had a positive and significant effect on ROA, while DER had a negative and insignificant effect. Together the independent variables explained 99.34% of the variation in ROA.
Pharmaceutical industry in bangladesh(presentetion)...n iloyNiloy Saha
The document discusses the history and growth of the pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh. It notes that the industry has grown considerably in the last two decades, creating many jobs. It started growing significantly after the country gained independence. Now there are over 250 registered pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh. The industry makes a growing contribution to the country's GDP and exports medicines worth $60 million. The domestic market has been growing at a fast pace of around 20-22% annually in recent years. The industry is important for Bangladesh's healthcare sector and economy.
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1. European Journal of Business and Management www.iiste.org
ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online)
Vol 4, No.4, 2012
Financial Diagnosis of Selected Listed Pharmaceutical
Companies in Bangladesh
Md. Nazrul Islam* , Shamem Ara Mili
Department of Accounting and Information Systems, Comilla University, Comilla, Bangladesh
*E-mail of the Corresponding Author: nazrulru@yahoo.com
Abstract:
Bangladesh has made impressive economic and social progress in the past decade, despite frequent natural
disasters and external shocks. The average GDP growth over the last five years was over 6%. In Bangladesh
the pharmaceutical sector is one of the most developed hi-tech sectors within the country's economy. This
sector is also providing about 97% of the total medicine requirement of the local market. But the financial
progress of this industry is not satisfactory. Financial diagnosis indicates how well a company uses its
assets, shareholders’ equity & liability, revenue and expenses. This study attempts to refer to judgment of
financial health, strength and weakness of this industry by measuring its past, present and future financial
performance and risks. In spite of satisfactory level of bankruptcy of the industry as found by The Z-Score
Model, it was observed from the study that the liquidity, profitability and solvency position of most of the
selected pharmaceuticals are in average position. The causal factors behind this position are unsound
financial management, inadequate working capital, slow conversion of receivables and inventory into cash,
lower position of sales, higher amount of debt, no professional distribution house, restrictions on patent
right, fixed mark-up system, contrary policy of the government, vulnerability of environmental risk and
increased cost of production. Therefore, the concerned authority should take immediate measures for
overcoming these limitations.
Keywords: Financial Diagnosis, Pharmaceuticals, Ratio Analysis, Correlation, T-test, Z-Score.
1. Introduction:
After the promulgation of Drug Control Ordinance-1982, the development of the pharmaceutical sector has
accelerated. Among the various listed companies in Bangladesh pharmaceuticals are playing a vital role for
the economical development and industrialization of the country. Due to recent development of this sector it
is exporting medicines to global market. It earns a lot of foreign currency through exporting its products after
meeting the domestic needs of the country’s health sector. The professional knowledge, thoughts and
innovative ideas of the pharmaceutical professionals working in this sector are the key factors for these
developments. Recently few new companies have been established with hi-tech equipments and qualified
professionals which will enhance the strength of this industry. The company is subject to a process of
decision-making which ensures its regulation to function normally. In case a disturbance appears within the
company, steps will be taken in way of adopting some regulatory decisions, starting from the causes for the
further development of the institution as well as the industry. This is where the diagnosis appears, with the
role of identifying the causes that have offset the well being of the company. Financial diagnosis is a process
of evaluating the relationship between component parts of financial statements to obtain a better
understanding of the company’s position and performance. A short-term creditor will be interested in the
current financial position of a company, while a long-term creditor will pay more attention to the solvency of
the company. The long-term creditor will also be interested in the profitability of the company. The equity
shareholders are generally concerned with their return. Performing a company diagnosis is done not only
when the company is facing problems, but also when the evaluation of its performance is considered or when
the company is in good health, but improvement is desired. The financial diagnosis can arise in various
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situations, taking on various traits: It becomes a strategic diagnosis when it follows the company’s strengths
and weaknesses, both in using its economic potential and in relation to the external business environment. It
is elaborated as a stock-market diagnosis when it considers the relationship of the company with the stock
market, if the company is quoted on the market. The indicators supplied by the diagnosis are an important
element in guiding the purchase or sale of stock, both for the company and for the other investors in the stock
market. It is a valuation diagnosis when it contributes to clarifying some necessary elements for establishing
the value of a company, in case of investment, mergers, etc. The financial diagnosis can determine directly
the patrimony value of the company or can supply the indicators necessary for establishing its yield value,
because it allows the evaluation of the company’s durable beneficiary capacity, when it intervenes in order to
determine the difficulties a company is facing and follows its stabilization, it is a crisis diagnosis. In this
study, the priority of the diagnosis is to determine whether the selected pharmaceuticals are capable to
maintain or to regain their short-term and long-term solvency with desirable profit margin.
2. Objectives of the Study:
The objectives of financial diagnosis are based on what is monitored within the company and are subordinate
to the interests of the users. Generally, the financial diagnosis provides information regarding: how the
company’s activities are carried out throughout the examined period and what is the growth rate compared to
that of the sector; whether the results obtained are proportionate to resources used and whether the growth is
accompanied by a satisfactory yield; what is the financial structure of the company and whether it is balanced
or not, in the context of the ratio between the capital masses for a suitable financial support; whether the
company has weaknesses and whether or not there is an increased bankruptcy risk. The study is designed to
achieve the following objectives:
To diagnose financial performance of the selected pharmaceuticals.
To find out the interrelation among the short-term solvency, earning capacity and long- term
solvency of the pharmaceutical industry.
To assess the future growth prospect of the selected pharmaceuticals.
To find out the limitations, if any, to the further development of the selected pharmaceuticals and
taking corrective measures.
3. Review of Related Studies:
“Financial Statements are like a fine perfume to be sniffed but not swallowed.” - Abraham Brillofff. Altman
(1968) used financial ratios with The Z-Score Model to predict corporate bankruptcy. He observed that the
model is very successful in predicting failed and non-failed firms. Hannan and Shaheed (1979) used financial
ratios to examine the financial position and performance of Bangladesh Shilpa Bank. They revealed that
techniques of financial analysis can be used in the evaluation of financial position and performance of
financial institution as well as non-financial institutions even Development Financial Institutions (DFI).
Ohlson (1980) used financial ratios to predict a firm’s crisis. He found that there are four factors affecting a
firm’s vulnerability. These factors are the firm’s scale, financial structure, performance and liquidity. Khan
(1991) suggested ratio analysis as the tool for the evaluation of the financial performance of the particular
organization. Mina & Taleb (1995) summarized that the analysis and interpretation of financial statements
are generally aimed at determining the financial position of a firm. Financial ratio was used as an analytical
technique for assessing the performance of the concern. Jahur and Mohiuddin (1995) used financial ratios to
measure operational performance of a limited company. They used profitability, liquidity, activity and capital
structure ratios to measure operational performance. Jahur and Parveen (1996) used Altman’s MDA Model to
conclude the bankruptcy position of Chittagong Steel Mills Ltd. They found that the absence of realistic goals
and strict Govt. regulations are the main reasons for the lowest level of bankruptcy. Bala & Habib (1997)
suggested that ratio analysis can be used for the performance evaluation of the financial institutions. They
also used portfolio theories for calculating NAV (Net Asset Value) of mutual funds. Hye & Rahman (1997)
performed a research to assess the performance of the selected private sector general insurance companies in
Bangladesh. The study revealed that the private sector insurance companies had made substantial progress
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and were keeping their surplus funds in the form of fixed deposits with different commercial banks due to
absence of suitable opportunities for investment. Sina and Ali (1998) used financial ratios to test the financial
strengths and weaknesses of Khulna Newsprint Mills Ltd. They found that due to lack of planning and control
of working capital, operational inefficiency, obsolete store, ineffective credit policy, increased cost of raw
materials, labor and overhead, the position of the company was not good. In the article “The Assessment of
Financial and Operating Performance of the Cement Industry: A Case Study of Confidence Cement
Limited”, Dutta and Bhattacharjee (2001) found that the investment in cement industry was fairly profitable.
Salauddin (2001) examined the profitability of the pharmaceutical companies of Bangladesh. By adopting
ratio analysis, mean, standard deviation and co-efficient of variation, he found that the profitability of the
pharmaceutical sector was very satisfactory in terms of the standard norms of return on investment.
Wen-Cheng LIN et. al (2005) stated financial ratios as the simplest tools for evaluating the financial
performance of the firm. One can use financial ratios to determine a firm’s liquidity, profitability, solvency
and capital structure. Reilly and Brown (2005) stated that financial statement analysis seeks to evaluate
managerial performance in several important areas including profitability, efficiency and risk. The ultimate
goal of that analysis is to provide insights that will help us project future managerial performance. They also
suggest that financial ratios should be examined relating to the economy, the firm’s industry, firm’s main
competitors and the firm’s past relative ratios. Islam, Farzana and Rahman (2009) conducted a research on
financial diagnosis of the financial institutions of Bangladesh: A comparative study on IPDC, IDLC and ICB
and through ratio analysis they measured the financial health of the financial institutions and concluded that
financial institutions play a key role in the economic development of capital market of the country. Hassan
and Habib (2010) used financial ratios for conducting a research on performance evaluation of the
pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh. They revealed that the financial performance of Beximco
Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is better than Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Majumder and Rahman (2011) used
financial ratios and Prof. Altman’s MDA Model (The Z-Score Model) for financial analysis of selected
pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh. They observed from the study that the profitability, liquidity and
solvency position of the selected pharmaceuticals are not in sound position and it was also observed that most
of the selected pharmaceuticals have a lower level position of bankruptcy. These reviews provide that for the
overall financial diagnosis of the selected listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh, ratio analysis and
Professor Altman’s The Z-Score Model are the most fruitful techniques. In this study financial diagnosis is
made for the five selected listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh for a period of three years from
2006-2007 to 2008-2009.
4. Hypothesis:
The research is conducted on the basis of the following hypotheses:
H0: The difference between the industry and the individual pharmaceutical’s mean ratio is not significant.
H1: The difference between the industry and the individual pharmaceutical’s mean ratio is significant.
The hypotheses are tested at the 5% level of significance (Two-tailed).
5. Methodology of the Study:
We have collected the data from a random sample of five listed pharmaceutical companies which are
enlisted both in Dhaka Stock Exchange Ltd. and Chittagong Stock Exchange Ltd. of Bangladesh. The study
is based on a three year period from 2006-2007 to 2008-2009. Both primary as well as secondary sources of
information have been considered as a data collection process. The secondary information of the study was
collected from the websites, published literature, research papers and various reports of the sample
pharmaceuticals. The primary data was collected through personal interview and discussions with the
concerned executives of the selected pharmaceuticals. These data have been tabulated, analyzed and
interpreted with the help of different financial ratios, statistical tools like mean, standard deviation,
coefficient of variation, coefficient of correlation, T- test and The Z-Score Model. The hypotheses are tested
through statistical measurement to arrive at systematic conclusion and contribute to the further development
of research work regarding same perspective.
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6. Analysis and Results:
The ratio analysis is the most powerful tool of financial diagnosis of a company or an industry. It can be
used to compare the risk and return relationships of the companies of different sizes. The term ratio refers
to the numerical or quantitative relationship between two items or variables. This relationship can be
expressed as percentages, fraction and proportion of numbers. Many diverse groups of people (shareholders,
creditors, investors, management etc.) are interested in analyzing the financial information to know about
the operating and financial efficiency and growth of the company.
6.1 Liquidity ratios:
Liquidity is the ability of a company to readily and easily obtain cash from its asset in order to meet its
short-term obligations or make purchase. This is done by comparing a company’s most liquid assets (or
those that can be easily converted to cash) to its short-term liabilities. In general the greater the coverage of
liquid assets to short term liabilities the better as it is a clear signal that a company can pay its debts that is
coming due in near future and still funds its ongoing operations. On the other hand, a company with a lower
coverage rate should raise a red flag for investors as it may be a sign that the company will have difficulty
to meet its operational as well as short-term obligations.
6.1.1 Current Ratio [CR]:
The current ratio is a popular financial ratio used to test a company’s liquidity by deriving the proportion of
current assets available to cover current liabilities. The concept behind this ratio is to ascertain whether a
company’s short term assets (cash, cash equivalent, marketable securities, receivable, inventory etc.) are
readily available to pay off its short term liabilities (notes payable, current portion of term debt, payables,
accrued expenses, taxes etc.). It is computed by dividing current assets by current liabilities. Generally 2:1 is
considered as the standard norm for current ratio. If the ratio is too low, the company may face difficulty in
meeting the short term debt. If the ratio is too high, the company may have an excessive investment in current
assets. As the Table-01 depicts that, the industry average of current ratio is 1.130:1 which indicates that the
industry is able to meet its current obligations from its current assets. The average current ratio varies from
0.752:1 in ISPIL to 1.960:1 in BPL. The average of ISPIL-0.752:1, LIL-0.781:1 and OIL-0.771:1 is below
from the industry average and also from the standard norm. The average of SPL-1.387:1, BPL-1.960:1 is
above from the industry average but below from the standard norm. It is observed from the Table-01 that in
case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the current ratio of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and
2008-2009 are 1.440:1, 1.260:1, 1.460:1; 1.800:1, 1.100:1, 2.980:1; 0.694:1, 0.832:1, 0.730:1; 0.814:1,
0.840:1, 0.690:1 and 0.706:1, 0.825:1, 0.782:1 respectively. It can be said from the study that the liquidity
position of the most of the selected pharmaceuticals is not satisfactory to meet its short-term obligations.
From the Table-01 it is seen that the CR of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-7.947%,
BPL-48.48%, ISPIL-9.548%, LIL-10.24% and OIL-7.782%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that,
there is a significant difference in current ratio between industry average and ISPIL, LIL and OIL. On the
other hand there lies an insignificant difference in current ratio between industry average and SPL and BPL.
6.1.2 The Quick/Liquid/Acid-Test Ratio [ATR]:
It is a liquidity indicator that further refines the current ratio by measuring the amount of the most liquid
current assets available to cover current liabilities. The quick ratio is more conservative than the current ratio
because it excludes inventory and other current assets which are more difficult to turn into cash. Acid-Test or
quick ratio measures the company’s immediate short-term liquidity. It is computed by dividing the sum of
cash, short-term investments and net receivables by current liabilities. In this ratio, 1:1 is considered as the
standard norm. The Table-02 shows that the industry average of ATR is 0.512:1. The average ATR of
SPL-0.677:1 and BPL-1.158:1 is above from the industry average but here, only BPL-1.158:1 is above from
the standard norm and SPL-0.677:1 is under the standard norm. The average of ISPIL-0.253:1, LIL-0.213:1
and OIL-0.262:1 is below from the industry average as well as the standard norm. It indicates that the selected
pharmaceuticals except BPL are unable to pay immediate short term liabilities. It is observed from the
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Table-02 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the ATR of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008
and 2008-2009 are 0.790:1, 0.630:1, 0.610:1; 0.763:1, 0.500:1, 2.210:1; 0.170:1, 0.323:1, 0.265:1; 0.217:1,
0.216:1, 0.205:1 and 0.192:1, 0.313:1, 0.282:1 respectively. From the Table-02 it is clear that the ATR of the
selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-14.56%, BPL-79.54%, ISPIL-30.68%, LIL-3.130% and
OIL-23.94%). From the calculated value of t, it is observed that there is a significant difference in ATR
between industry average and ISPIL, LIL and OIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant difference in
ATR between industry average and SPL and BPL.
6.1.3 Receivables Turnover [RT]:
The ratio used to assess the liquidity of the receivables is called receivables turnover. It measures the number
of Times on average the company collects receivables during the period. The higher receivables turnover
indicates the better performance of the company. The Table-03 shows that the industry mean of RT is 525.2
Times. The average RT varies from 7.390 times in BPL to 2569 Times in ISPIL. But the Table-03 shows that,
there is an exceptional average RT of 2569 Times in the ISPIL as compare to other selected pharmaceuticals.
The average RT of the selected pharmaceuticals except ISPIL is below from the industry average. It is
observed from the Table-03 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the RT of the income year
2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 23.23, 22.92, 20.56; 7.199, 7.958, 7.014; 4468, 1760, 1479; 14.56,
23.85, 12.26 and 10.91, 10.35, 10.73 Times respectively. It is observed from Table-03 that the RT of ISPIL
and LIL is less stable than SPL, BPL and OIL (CV: SPL-6.567%, BPL-6.786%, ISPIL-64.25%, LIL-36.33%
and OIL-2.681%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is a significant difference in RT
between industry average and SPL, BPL, LIL and OIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant
difference in RT between industry average and ISPIL.
6.1.4 Inventory Turnover [IT]:
Inventory turnover measures the number of Times, on average, the inventory is sold during the period. The
purpose of inventory turnover is to measure the liquidity of the inventory. It is computed by dividing cost of
goods sold by the average inventory. Unless seasonal factors are significant, beginning and ending inventory
balances are considered to compute average inventory. Some authors consider the standard figure of
inventory turnover is 8 Times. The Table-04 shows that the industry average of IT is 4.471 Times. The
average IT varies from 1.367 Times in BPL to 11.01 Times in ISPIL. Only the average of ISPIL-11.01 is
above from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-04 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and
OIL the IT of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 2.960, 2.720, 2.750; 1.200, 1.300,
1.600; 9.150, 11.02, 12.85; 3.920, 5.190, 3.510 and 2.480, 3.334, 3.077 Times respectively. The Table-04
shows that the IT of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-4.655%, BPL-15.23%,
ISPIL-16.81%, LIL-20.82% and OIL-14.78%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is a
significant difference in IT between industry average and SPL, BPL, ISPIL and OIL. On the other hand there
lies an insignificant difference in IT between industry average and LIL.
6.2 Profitability Ratios:
Profitability is one measurement of how successful a company is. The more profitable the company, the
more money the company is making. Profitability refers to a company’s ability to generate an adequate
return on invested capital. Return is judged by assessing earnings relative to the level and sources of
financing. Profitability is also relevant to solvency. Profitability ratios measure the income or operating
success of a company for a given period of time. Income or lack of it, affects the company’s ability to
obtain debt and equity financing. It also affects the company’s liquidity position and the company’s ability
to grow. As a consequence, both creditors and investors are interested in evaluating earning power or
profitability. Analysts frequently use profitability as the ultimate test of management’s operating
effectiveness.
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6.2.1 Profit Margin [PM]:
Profit margin is a measure of the percentage of each Taka of sales that results in net income. It is computed by
dividing net income by net sales. The profit margin must be positive and some authors consider the standard
figure of PM is 5%-10%. As the Table-05 shows that the industry average of PM is 8.158%. The average PM
varies from 1.557% in LIL to 17.67% in SPL. The average of SPL-17.67% and BPL-12.07% are above from
the industry average. The average of ISPIL-3.837%, LIL-1.557% and OIL-5.662% are below from the
industry average. It is observed from the Table-05 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the PM of
the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 17.00%, 17.00%, 19.00% ; 9.800%, 13.60%;
12.80%; 3.550%, 4.110%, 3.850%; 1.930%, 1.550%, 1.190% and 3.940%, 7.507% , 5.539% respectively.
The Table-05 shows that the PM of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-6.536%,
BPL-16.60%, ISPIL-7.303%, LIL-23.77% and OIL-31.56%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that
there is a significant difference in PM between industry average and SPL, ISPIL and LIL. On the other hand
there lies an insignificant difference in PM between industry average and BPL and OIL.
6.2.2 Asset Turnover [AT]:
Asset turnover measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales. It is determined by
dividing net sales by average assets. The resulting number shows the Taka of sales produced by each Taka
invested in assets. Some authors consider the standard figure of asset turnover is 2 Times. The Table-06
shows that the industry mean of AT is 1.020 times. The average AT varies from 0.293 Times in BPL to 2.253
Times in ISPIL. The average AT of ISPIL-2.253 and LIL-1.193 are above from the industry average. On the
other hand, the average of SPL-0.743, BPL-0.293 and OIL-0.619 Times are less from the industry average. It
is observed from the Table-06 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the AT of the income year
2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 0.760, 0.710, 0.760; 0.300, 0.299, 0.280; 2.160, 2.310, 2.290;
1.170, 1.400, 1.010 and 0.480, 0.699, 0.677 Times respectively. It is seen from the Table-06 that the AT of
the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-3.928%, BPL-3.413%, ISPIL-3.604%, LIL-16.43% and
OIL-19.46%). From the calculated value of t, it is observed that there is a significant difference in AT
between industry average and SPL, BPL, ISPIL and OIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant
difference in AT between industry average and LIL.
6.2.3 Return on Asset [ROA]:
An overall measure of profitability is return on asset. We compute this ratio by dividing net income by
average assets. The return on asset must be positive and some authors consider the standard figure of ROA is
10%-12%. The Table-07 shows that the industry average of ROA is 6.208%. The average varies from
1.877% in LIL to 13.33% in SPL. The average of SPL-13.33% and ISPIL-8.653% are above from the
industry average. On the other hand, the average of BPL-3.553%, LIL-1.877% and OIL-3.623 are below
from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-07 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the
ROA of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 13.00%, 12.00%, 15.00%; 2.960%,
4.100%, 3.600%; 7.650%, 9.500%, 8.810%; 2.260%, 2.170%, 1.200% and 1.870%, 5.250%, 3.749%
respectively. The Table-07 shows that the ROA of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV:
SPL-11.46%, BPL-16.08%, ISPIL-10.80%, LIL-31.32% and OIL-46.74%). From the calculated value of t, it
is found that there are significant differences between industry average and SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL except
OIL.
6.2.4 Return on Common Stockholder’s Equity [ROCSE]:
Another widely used profitability ratio is return on common stockholders’ equity. It measures profitability
from the common stockholders’ point of view. This ratio shows how many Taka of net income the company
earned for each Taka invested by the owners’. This is the most used profitability ratio which measures
profitability of owners’ investment. It is computed by dividing net income by average common stockholders’
equity. As the Table-08 shows that the industry average of return on common stockholders’ equity is 13.26%.
The average ROCSE varies from 5.353% in BPL to 21.92% in ISPIL. The average ROCSE of BPL-5.353%,
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LIL-6.933% and OIL-12.76% are below from the industry average and the average ROCSE of SPL-19.33%,
ISPIL-21.92% are above from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-08 that in case of SPL,
BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the ROCSE of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 19.00%,
18.00%, 21.00%; 4.360%, 5.800%, 5.900%; 16.98%, 24.40%, 24.37%; 7.840%, 7.830%, 5.130% and
6.751%, 18.61%, 12.91% respectively. It can be observed from the Table-08 that the ROCSE of the selected
pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-7.901%, BPL-16.10%, ISPIL-19.51%, LIL-22.53% and
OIL-46.49%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is a significant difference in ROCSE
between industry average and SPL, BPL and LIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant difference in
ROCSE between industry average and ISPIL and OIL.
6.2.5 Earnings Per Share [EPS]:
Earnings per share are measure of the net income earned on each share of common stock. A measure of net
income earned on a per share basis provides a useful perspective for determining profitability. EPS is
measured by dividing net income by the number of weighted average common shares outstanding during the
year. The Table-09 shows that the industry average of EPS is Tk. 56.52. The average EPS varies from Tk.
3.847 in BPL to Tk. 176.60 in SPL. The average EPS of SPL-Tk. 176.60 is above from the industry average.
On the other hand, the average EPS of BPL-Tk. 3.847, ISPIL-Tk. 44.66, LIL-Tk. 44.77 and OIL-Tk. 12.74
are below from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-09 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL
and OIL the EPS of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are Tk. 218.6, Tk. 154.5,
Tk.156.6; Tk. 3.080, Tk. 4.330, Tk. 4.130; Tk. 31.19, Tk. 48.09, Tk. 54.70; Tk. 48.14, Tk. 51.25, Tk. 34.93
and Tk. 6.750, Tk. 18.61, Tk. 12.87 respectively. It can be found from the Table-09 that the EPS of the
selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-20.63%, BPL-17.46%, ISPIL-27.15%, LIL-19.35% and
OIL-46.54%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is a significant difference in EPS between
industry average and SPL, BPL and OIL. And there lies an insignificant difference in EPS between industry
average and ISPIL and LIL.
6.2.6 Price-Earnings Ratio [P-E]:
The price-earnings ratio is an oft-quoted measure of the ratio of the market price of each share of common
stock to the earnings per share. The price earnings ratio reflects investor’s assessments of a company’s future
earnings. The P-E ratio is usually used to assess the owners’ appraisal of share value. It measures the amount
that investors are willing to pay for each Taka of a firm’s earnings. The level of this ratio indicates the degree
of confidence that investors have in the firm’s future performance. The higher is the ratio, the greater the
investor’s confidence and vice versa. But from the profitability point of view the lower the ratio, the greater
the investor’s short-term gain. The P-E ratio is calculated by dividing the market price per share of stock by
earnings per share. As the Table-10 shows that the industry average of P-E is 24.33 Times. The average P-E
varies from 17.85 Times in OIL to 31.86 Times in BPL. The average P-E of SPL-18.85 and OIL-17.85 are
below from the industry average. On the other hand, the average P-E of BPL-31.86, ISPIL-24.77 and
LIL-28.35 are above from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-10 that in case of SPL, BPL,
ISPIL, LIL and OIL the P-E of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 11.19, 26.60,
18.75; 19.12, 38.73, 37.72; 25.22, 20.71, 28.38; 11.00, 28.24, 45.81 and 13.37, 8.080, 32.09 Times
respectively. The Table-10 shows that the P-E of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV:
SPL-40.89%, BPL-34.67%, ISPIL-15.56%, LIL-61.39% and OIL-70.69%). From the calculated value of t, it
is found that there is an insignificant difference in P-E between industry average and the pharmaceuticals
SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL.
6.2.7 Payout Ratio [POR]:
The payout ratio measures the percentage of earnings distributed in form of cash dividends. Companies that
have high growth rates generally have low payout ratios because they reinvest most of their net income into
the business. It is computed by dividing cash dividends by net income. The Table-11 shows that, the industry
average POR is 48.67%. The average POR differs from 37.81% in LIL to 58.66% in ISPIL. The average POR
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of SPL-45.26% and LIL-37.81% are below from the industry average. On the other hand, the average POR of
BPL-51.33%, ISPIL-58.66% and OIL-50.29% are above from the industry average. It is observed from the
Table-11 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the POR of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008
and 2008-2009 are 45.74%, 48.53%, 41.52% ; 48.70%, 69.28%, 36.32%; 73.74%, 51.98%, 50.27%; 36.35%,
34.15%, 42.94% and 0.000%, 53.73%, 97.13% respectively. It is observed from the Table-11 that the POR of
the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-7.797%, BPL-32.43%, ISPIL-22.23%, LIL-12.10% and
OIL-96.76%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is an insignificant difference in POR
between industry average and the pharmaceuticals SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL.
6.3 Solvency Ratios:
Solvency is the ability of a business to have enough assets to cover its liabilities. Solvency is often
confused with liquidity but it is not the same thing. Solvency ratio measures the ability of the company to
service over a long period of time. Solvency is a necessary condition for a business to operate. If a company
is unable to meet its obligation, it is said to be insolvent and must undergo bankruptcy in order to either
liquidate or bankruptcy restructure. It provides a measurement of how lively a company will be to continue
meeting its debt obligations. Long-term creditors and stockholders are particularly interested in a
company’s ability to pay interest as it comes due to repay the face value of debt at maturity.
6.3.1 Debt to Total Assets [DTA]:
This ratio shows the percentage of assets that are being financed by creditors (instead of business owners).
Generally no more than 50% of your assets should be financed by debt. You can reduce this ratio by paying
off debt or increasing the value of your assets. It is computed by dividing total debt by total assets. The degree
of leverage of the companies is indicated by this ratio. The higher the percentage of debt to total assets, the
greater the risk that the company may be unable to meet its maturing obligations and vice versa is also true.
The Table-12 shows that, the industry average of DTA is 53.81%. The average DTA varies from 29.67% in
SPL to 74.73% in LIL. The average DTA of SPL-29.67% and BPL-35.26% are below from the industry
average. On the other hand, the average DTA of ISPIL-61.72%, LIL-74.73% and OIL-67.71% are above
from the industry average. The Table-12 shows that, in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the DTA of
the income year 2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09 are 30.00%, 34.00%, 25.00%; 30.97%, 29.50% 45.30%;
57.54%, 63.27%, 64.34%; 72.00%, 72.49%, 79.69% and 70.92%, 67.27%, 64.93% respectively. It is
observed from the Table-12 that the DTA of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-15.20%,
BPL-24.76%, ISPIL-5.925%, LIL-5.761% and OIL-4.459%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that,
there is a significant difference in DTA between industry average and SPL, LIL and OIL. On the other hand,
there lies an insignificant difference in DTA between industry average and BPL and ISPIL.
6.3.2 Times Interest Earned [TIE]:
Times interest earned, sometimes which is called, interest coverage ratio provides an indication of the
company’s ability to meet interest payment as they come due. It is computed by dividing income before
interest expense and income taxes by interest expense. The higher is the value, the better the ability of the
firm to fulfill its interest obligations. The Table-13 shows that the industry average of TIE is 5.657 Times.
The average TIE varies from 1.433 Times in LIL to 14.25 Times in ISPIL. The average TIE of BPL-3.483,
LIL-1.433 and OIL-1.818 are below from the industry average. On the other hand, the average TIE of
SPL-7.30 and ISPIL-14.25 are above from the industry average. It is observed from the Table-13 that in case
of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the TIE of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are
8.270, 6.310, 7.320; 2.600, 3.860, 3.990; 17.36, 12.40, 12.99; 1.500, 1.500, 1.300 and 1.402, 2.180, 1.872
Times respectively. From the Table-13 it is found that the TIE of the selected pharmaceuticals is less stable
(CV: SPL-13.43%, BPL-22.04%, ISPIL-19.01%, LIL-8.060% and OIL-21.55%). From the calculated value
of t, it is found that there is a significant difference in TIE between industry average and BPL, ISPIL, LIL and
OIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant difference in TIE between industry average and SPL.
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7. Sustainable Growth Analysis:
The sustainable growth rate is a measure of how much a company can grow without borrowing more money.
After the company has passed this rate, it must borrow fund from another source to facilitate growth. In other
words, the maximum growth rate that a company can sustain without having to increase financial leverage. It
is calculated as: ROE X (1 - Dividend Payout Ratio). Dividend payout ratio is calculated by dividing dividend
per share by the earnings per share and ROE i.e., return on equity is calculated by dividing net income by the
common stockholders’ equity. Analysis of company’s growth potential is important for both lenders and
owners. The more a company reinvests, the greater it’s potential for growth. The Table-14 represents the
sustainable growth rates as well as average growth rates of the sample pharmaceuticals for the study period. It
is seen that the sustainable growth rates of the selected pharmaceuticals are fluctuating from year to year.
From the Table-14 it is observed that SPL-10.62 and ISPIL-9.433 have a higher ratio as compared to industry
average-6.451. So it can be said that growth in these two pharmaceuticals are quite satisfactory. On the other
hand, BPL-2.593, LIL-4.360 and OIL-5.244 have a ratio lower than the industry average which indicates
poor growth. It is also observed from the Table-14 that in case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the
sustainable growth rate of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 are 10.31%, 9.265%,
12.28%; 2.237%, 1.782%, 3.760%; 4.460%, 11.72%, 12.12%; 4.990%, 5.160%, 2.930% and 6.750%,
8.611%, 0.371% respectively. It is appeared from the Table-14 that OIL has the highest variation-82.41% and
ISPIL has the second highest variation-45.71% which indicates extremely instability in their growth (CV:
SPL-14.42%, BPL-39.95%, ISPIL-45.71%, LIL-28.47% and OIL-82.41%). From the calculated value of t, it
is observed that there is a significant difference in sustainable growth rate between industry average and SPL
and BPL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant difference in sustainable growth rate between industry
average and ISPIL, LIL and OIL.
8. The Z-Score Model: Financial Soundness of the Selected Pharmaceuticals:
The Z-Score Model for predicting bankruptcy was published in 1968 by Edward I. Altman, who was, at the
time, an Assistant Professor of Finance at New York University. Edward I. Altman (born 1941) is a Professor
of Finance at New York University`s Stern School of Business. He is best known for the development of The
Z-Score Model for predicting bankruptcy. Dr. Altman was inducted into the Fixed Income Society's Hall of
Fame in 2001 and was amongst the inaugural inductees into the Turnaround Management's Hall of Fame in
2008. He was named one of the "100 Most Influential People in Finance" by the Treasury & Risk
Management magazine in 2005. The Z-Score Model can provide a significant idea about the financial
soundness of the selected pharmaceuticals.
The number produced by the Model is referred to as the company's Z-Score, to represent the likelihood of a
company going bankrupt in the next two years. The Z-Score Model uses multiple corporate income and
balance sheet values to measure the financial health of a company. It is a linear combination of five common
business ratios, weighted by coefficients. It is proven to be very accurate to forecast bankruptcy in a wide
variety of contexts and markets. Studies show that the model has 72%-80% reliability of predicting
bankruptcy. However, The Z-Score Model does not apply to every situation. It can only be used for
forecasting if a company being analyzed can be compared to the database. It utilizes seven pieces of data
taken from the corporation’s balance sheet and income statement. Five ratios are then extrapolated from these
data points. To calculate the Z-Score, the results of each of the above five ratios are multiplied by a set factor
(i.e. a coefficient developed by Professor Altman). The results of these multiplication are then added together
to determine the company’s Z-Score.
The Model is specified as:
Z = 1.2A + 1.4B + 3.3C + 0.6D + 1.0E
Where:
Z = Score.
A = Working Capital/Total Assets.
B = Retained Earnings/Total Assets.
C = Earnings before Interest & Taxes/Total Assets.
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D = Market Value of Equity/Total Liabilities.
E = Sales/Total Assets.
The higher is the score, the healthier the company. It is a good idea to compare a company’s Z-Scores over
time to get a better idea as to how the company is doing. The lower the Z-Score, the more likely a company
is to go bankrupt. A Z-Score lower than 1.8 indicates that bankruptcy is likely, while scores greater than 3.0
indicate bankruptcy is unlikely to occur in the next two years. Companies that have a Z-Score between 1.8
and 3.0 are in the gray area (safety zone); bankruptcy is not easily predicted one way or the other.
The Table-15 shows year-wise as well as average position of the ratios of working capital to total assets,
retained earnings to total assets, earnings before interest and taxes to total assets, market value of equity to
total debt and sales to total assets. From the Table-15 it is seen that the average positions for the income
year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 of the working capital to total assets ratios are 0.090, 0.119,
(0.133), (0.101), (0.078) Times, the retained earnings to total assets ratios are 0.360, 0.253, 0.047, 0.094,
0.269 Times, the earnings before interest and taxes to total assets are 0.193, 0.058, 0.107, 0.081, 0.082
Times, the sales to total assets are 0.703, 0.270, 2.053, 1.105, 0.625 Times for SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and
OIL respectively. On the other hand, the average market value of equity to total debt for the income year
2006-2007, 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 is 7.980, 3.087, 3.147, 0.578 and 0.961 Times for SPL, BPL, ISPIL,
LIL and OIL respectively. From the coefficient of variation in the Table-15, it is observed that the above
ratios of the selected pharmaceuticals are less stable.
The Table-16 shows the year-wise as well as the average position of Z-Score of the sample pharmaceuticals
during the study period. After putting the respective values of A, B, C, D and E, in the aforesaid equation as
developed by Prof. Altman, Z-Score was estimated. Average Z-Score of sample pharmaceuticals SPL-6.741
and ISPIL-4.199 are higher than the industry average-3.447 as well as the solvency range provided by Prof.
Altman. On the other hand, average Z-Score of BPL-2.809 is lower than the industry average but exists
within the safety range provided by Prof. Altman but average Z score of LIL-1.729, OIL-1.754 are lower
than the industry average and shows the position of bankruptcy. It is observed from the Table-16 that in
case of SPL, BPL, ISPIL, LIL and OIL the Z-Score of the income year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 and
2008-2009 is 4.719, 6.919, 8.586; 2.065, 3.782, 2.581; 3.998, 4.017, 4.581; 1.624, 2.201, 1.363 and 1.222,
1.705, 2.336 respectively. It can be concluded that the overall financial soundness of the sample
pharmaceuticals SPL and ISPIL are more satisfactory, BPL is satisfactory and OIL and LIL are not
satisfactory i.e., worst leading to bankruptcy. It is observed from the Table-16 that the Z-Score of the
selected pharmaceuticals is less stable (CV: SPL-28.78%, BPL-31.36%, ISPIL-7.890%, LIL-24.81% and
OIL-31.87%). From the calculated value of t, it is found that there is a significant difference in Z-Score
between industry average and LIL and OIL. On the other hand there lies an insignificant difference in
Z-Score between industry average and SPL, BPL and ISPIL.
9. Ranking of the Selected Pharmaceuticals with respect to Financial Position:
At this point we have tried to make the ranking of the sample pharmaceuticals in respect of liquidity,
profitability and solvency position. For this purpose we have given score for every ratio in each category.
For the best position showing pharmaceutical in respect of a particular ratio has given score 5 and for worst
score 1 among the sample pharmaceuticals. The others are between score 4, 3 and 2 in accordance to their
position. Then we have added the scores of all the ratios in each category for every pharmaceutical. Finally
according to the score the ranking has made. The Table-17 shows that in case of liquidity SPL-14 made
highest and OIL-10 made lowest score, the others (ISPIL-13, BPL-12 and LIL-11) are between them. The
score shows that the SPL has best (Rank-I) liquidity position among the sample pharmaceuticals then ISPIL
(Rank-II), BPL (Rank-III), LIL (Rank-IV) and OIL (Rank-V) respectively. In case of profitability SPL-28
made highest and BPL-14 made lowest score, the others (ISPIL-27, OIL-21 and LIL -15) are between them.
The score shows that the SPL has best (Rank-I) profitability position among the sample pharmaceuticals
then ISPIL (Rank-II), OIL (Rank-III), LIL (Rank-IV) and BPL (Rank-V) respectively. In case of solvency
SPL-9 made highest and LIL-2 made lowest score, the others (ISPIL-8, BPL-7 and OIL-4) are between
them. The score shows that the SPL has best (Rank-I) solvency position among the sample pharmaceuticals
then ISPIL (Rank-II), BPL (Rank-III), OIL (Rank-IV) and LIL (Rank-V) respectively.
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10. Correlation, Probable Error and Limits of Correlation between the Liquidity, Profitability and
Solvency Position of the Selected Pharmaceuticals:
Of the several mathematical methods of computing correlation, the Karl Pearson’s method, popularly known
as Pearsonian coefficient of correlation, is most widely used in practice and we have used this method in our
study. The Table-18 shows that there is a moderate degree of positive [r = 0.631] correlation between the
liquidity and profitability of the selected pharmaceuticals under the study. So, to earn more profit more
investment in current assets is necessary in this industry. The calculated value of r [0.631] is more than the
calculated value of P.E.r [0.182] but not more than the six times of the calculated value of P.E.r [1.090].
Therefore, the value of r is acceptable but not significant. The limits of the correlation should be 0.449 to
0.812.
There is a high degree of positive [r = 0.868] correlation between the liquidity and solvency of the selected
pharmaceuticals under the study. So, adequate working capital is helpful to maintain financial solvency in
this industry. The calculated value of r [0.868] is more than the calculated value of P.E.r [0.075] as well as
more than the six times of the calculated value of P.E.r [0.447]. Therefore, the value of r is significant. The
limits of the correlation should be 0.793 to 0.942.
There is a moderate degree of positive [r = 0.658] correlation between the profitability and solvency of the
selected pharmaceuticals under the study. So, financially more solvent companies are earning more profit in
this industry, in another word the more the profitability, the more the solvency. The calculated value of r
[0.658] is more than the calculated value of P.E.r [0.172] but not more than the six times of the calculated
value of P.E.r [1.029]. Therefore, the value of r is acceptable but not significant. The limits of the correlation
should be 0.486 to 0.829. So, the liquidity, profitability and solvency are highly interrelated to each other in
the pharmaceutical industry of Bangladesh.
11. Conclusion:
From the above financial diagnosis it is found that the financial position and performance of the selected
listed pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh is in average position. Comparing among the selected
pharmaceuticals, at the liquidity point of view SPL, ISPIL, BPL, LIL, and OIL hold better to worse position
respectively; at the profitability point of view SPL, ISPIL, OIL, LIL and BPL hold better to worse position
respectively and at the solvency point of view SPL, ISPIL, BPL, OIL and LIL, hold better to worse position
respectively. So, financially SPL, BPL and ISPIL are in better position than LIL and OIL. The study also
found that there is an interrelation among the liquidity, profitability and solvency determinant factors of the
selected pharmaceuticals. As a result, to reach better solvency position, we have to invest more in this
industry and usually we will get more profit than before. It is also necessary to invest adequate working
capital, accelerate conversion of receivables and inventory into cash, increase of sales and redemption of debt
for improving the financial strength of this industry. The Z-Score Model also showed that the SPL and ISPIL
are out of bankruptcy risk, the BPL is also almost in safety range but LIL and OIL are not in a satisfactory
position regarding bankruptcy risk. Therefore, it is an urgent need to find out, if any, the causes and
limitations in against of further development of the sample pharmaceuticals. Study shows that besides the
financial strength of the pharmaceutical industry, it faces some financial and non-financial limitations. These
are: complicated procedure of opening Letter of Credit to import raw materials, imposing high tax to import
sophisticated tools and machineries for production, inadequacy of fund, no professional distribution house,
fixed mark-up system, limited capacity of drug testing laboratories, slow registration process and restrictions
on patent right, contrary policy of the Government on producing some products, insufficiency of raw
materials, lack of efficient people, lack of sound environment, lack of new entrepreneur, undue influence on
tender process and vulnerability of environmental risk. So, steps should be taken for overcoming the financial
and nonfinancial limitations of the pharmaceutical industries in Bangladesh. These steps are: the process of
opening LC should be easier, tax rate should be reasonable, professional distribution house should be
available by arranging more effective trading workshop, modernize the fix mark-up system, loan system
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should be easier and sufficient, using modern technology in drug testing laboratories, minimize the period to
collect raw materials and the cost of raw materials, modernize the patent right and Government should
develop some policies for using the environment at best level. The limitations of the pharmaceutical industry
in Bangladesh are highlighted in the above discussion and such type of limitations may be overcome by
following the recommended corrective measures. Thus, in near future the pharmaceutical industry will reach
better position in Bangladesh as well as abroad.
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Category-A: Liquidity Ratios
Table-01 (Insert the Table after 6.1.1): Current Ratio
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 1.440:1 1.260:1 1.460:1 1.387:1 1.130:1 0.110 7.947 4.033
BPL 1.800:1 1.100:1 2.980:1 1.960:1 1.130:1 0.950 48.48 1.513
ISPIL 0.694:1 0.832:1 0.730:1 0.752:1 1.130:1 0.072 9.548 (9.113)
LIL 0.814:1 0.840:1 0.690:1 0.781:1 1.130:1 0.080 10.24 (7.552)
OIL 0.706:1 0.825:1 0.782:1 0.771:1 1.130:1 0.060 7.782 (10.38)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-02 (Insert the Table after 6.1.2): Quick/Liquid/Acid-Test Ratio
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 0.790:1 0.630:1 0.610:1 0.677:1 0.512:1 0.099 14.56 2.888
BPL 0.763:1 0.500:1 2.210:1 1.158:1 0.512:1 0.921 79.54 1.214
ISPIL 0.170:1 0.323:1 0.265:1 0.253:1 0.512:1 0.078 30.68 (5.812)
LIL 0.217:1 0.216:1 0.205:1 0.213:1 0.512:1 0.007 3.130 (77.97)
OIL 0.192:1 0.313:1 0.282:1 0.262:1 0.512:1 0.063 23.94 (6.890)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
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Table-03 (Insert the Table after 6.1.3): Receivables Turnover [Times]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 23.23 22.92 20.56 22.24 525.2 1.460 6.567 (596.6)
BPL 7.199 7.958 7.014 7.390 525.2 0.500 6.786 (1793)
ISPIL 4468 1760 1479 2569 525.2 1651 64.25 2.145
LIL 14.56 23.85 12.26 16.89 525.2 6.136 36.33 (143.5)
OIL 10.91 10.35 10.73 10.66 525.2 0.286 2.681 (3128)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-04 (Insert the Table after 6.1.4): Inventory Turnover [Times]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 2.960 2.720 2.750 2.810 4.471 0.131 4.655 (22.00)
BPL 1.200 1.300 1.600 1.367 4.471 0.208 15.23 (25.85)
ISPIL 9.150 11.02 12.85 11.01 4.471 1.850 16.81 6.119
LIL 3.920 5.190 3.510 4.207 4.471 0.876 20.82 (0.522)
OIL 2.480 3.334 3.077 2.964 4.471 0.438 14.78 (5.959)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Category-B: Profitability Ratios
Table-05 (Insert the Table after 6.2.1): Profit Margin [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 17.00 17.00 19.00 17.67 8.158 1.155 6.536 14.26
BPL 9.800 13.60 12.80 12.07 8.158 2.003 16.60 3.380
ISPIL 3.550 4.110 3.850 3.837 8.158 0.280 7.303 (26.71)
LIL 1.930 1.550 1.190 1.557 8.158 0.370 23.77 (30.89)
OIL 3.940 7.507 5.539 5.662 8.158 1.787 31.56 (2.419)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-06 (Insert the Table after 6.2.2): Asset Turnover [Times]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 0.760 0.710 0.760 0.743 1.020 0.029 3.928 (16.39)
BPL 0.300 0.299 0.280 0.293 1.020 0.010 3.413 (125.4)
ISPIL 2.160 2.310 2.290 2.253 1.020 0.081 3.604 26.28
LIL 1.170 1.400 1.010 1.193 1.020 0.196 16.43 1.528
OIL 0.480 0.699 0.677 0.619 1.020 0.120 19.46 (5.778)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
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Table-07 (Insert the Table after 6.2.3): Return on Asset [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 13.00 12.00 15.00 13.33 6.208 1.528 11.46 8.080
BPL 2.960 4.100 3.600 3.553 6.208 0.571 16.08 (8.047)
ISPIL 7.650 9.500 8.810 8.653 6.208 0.935 10.80 4.530
LIL 2.260 2.170 1.200 1.877 6.208 0.588 31.32 (12.77)
OIL 1.870 5.250 3.749 3.623 6.208 1.694 46.74 (2.644)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-08 (Insert the Table after 6.2.4): Return on Common Stockholders’ Equity [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 19.00 18.00 21.00 19.33 13.26 1.528 7.901 6.888
BPL 4.360 5.800 5.900 5.353 13.26 0.862 16.10 (15.89)
ISPIL 16.98 24.40 24.37 21.92 13.26 4.275 19.51 3.508
LIL 7.840 7.830 5.130 6.933 13.26 1.562 22.53 (7.016)
OIL 6.751 18.61 12.91 12.76 13.26 5.931 46.49 (0.147)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-09 (Insert the Table after 6.2.5): Earnings Per Share [EPS in Taka]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 218.6 154.5 156.6 176.6 56.52 36.42 20.63 5.711
BPL 3.080 4.330 4.130 3.847 56.52 0.672 17.46 (135.7)
ISPIL 31.19 48.09 54.70 44.66 56.52 12.12 27.15 (1.694)
LIL 48.14 51.25 34.93 44.77 56.52 8.665 19.35 (2.348)
OIL 6.750 18.61 12.87 12.74 56.52 5.931 46.54 (12.78)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-10 (Insert the Table after 6.2.6): Price-Earnings Ratio [Times]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 11.19 26.60 18.75 18.85 24.33 7.706 40.89 (1.234)
BPL 19.12 38.73 37.72 31.86 24.33 11.04 34.67 1.180
ISPIL 25.22 20.71 28.38 24.77 24.33 3.855 15.56 0.196
LIL 11.00 28.24 45.81 28.35 24.33 17.41 61.39 0.400
OIL 13.37 8.080 32.09 17.85 24.33 12.62 70.69 (0.891)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
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Table-11 (Insert the Table after 6.2.7): Payout Ratio [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 45.74 48.53 41.52 45.26 48.67 3.529 7.797 (1.673)
BPL 48.70 69.28 36.32 51.33 48.67 16.65 32.43 0.277
ISPIL 73.74 51.98 50.27 58.66 48.67 13.08 22.23 1.323
LIL 36.35 34.15 42.94 37.81 48.67 4.574 12.10 (4.119)
OIL 0.000 53.73 97.13 50.29 48.67 48.66 96.76 (0.057)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Category-C: Solvency Ratios
Table-12 (Insert the Table after 6.3.1): Debt to Total Assets Ratio [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 30.00 34.00 25.00 29.67 53.81 4.509 15.20 (9.276)
BPL 30.97 29.50 45.30 35.26 53.81 8.729 24.76 (3.683)
ISPIL 57.54 63.27 64.34 61.72 53.81 3.656 5.925 3.743
LIL 72.00 72.49 79.69 74.73 53.81 4.305 5.761 8.413
OIL 70.92 67.27 64.93 67.71 53.81 3.019 4.459 7.971
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-13 (Insert the Table after 6.3.2): Times Interest Earned [Times]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 8.270 6.310 7.320 7.300 5.657 0.980 13.43 2.904
BPL 2.600 3.860 3.990 3.483 5.657 0.768 22.04 (4.904)
ISPIL 17.36 12.40 12.99 14.25 5.657 2.709 19.01 5.494
LIL 1.500 1.500 1.300 1.433 5.657 0.116 8.060 (63.33)
OIL 1.402 2.180 1.872 1.818 5.657 0.392 21.55 (16.97)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-14 (Insert the Table after 7): Sustainable Growth Rate [%]
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Industry
Mean SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 10.31 9.265 12.28 10.62 6.451 1.531 14.42 4.717
BPL 2.237 1.782 3.760 2.593 6.451 1.036 39.95 (6.450)
ISPIL 4.460 11.72 12.12 9.433 6.451 4.312 45.71 1.198
LIL 4.990 5.160 2.930 4.360 6.451 1.241 28.47 (2.917)
OIL 6.750 8.611 0.371 5.244 6.451 4.322 82.41 (0.484)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-15 (Insert the Table after 8): Ratios for Testing Financial Soundness.
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Ratios SPL BPL ISPIL LIL OIL Year
0.110 0.108 (0.170) (0.085) (0.092) 2006-07
0.070 0.018 (0.090) (0.069) (0.059) 2007-08
Working Capital 0.090 0.230 (0.140) (0.150) (0.084) 2008-09
To Total Assets
(In Time) 0.090 0.119 (0.133) (0.101) (0.078) Mean
0.020 0.106 0.040 0.043 0.017 SD
22.22 89.55 (30.31) (42.35) (21.97) CV
0.330 0.270 0.020 0.106 0.303 2006-07
0.340 0.270 0.040 0.099 0.258 2007-08
Retained Earnings 0.410 0.220 0.080 0.077 0.245 2008-09
To Total Assets
(In Time) 0.360 0.253 0.047 0.094 0.269 Mean
0.044 0.029 0.031 0.015 0.031 SD
12.11 11.41 65.45 16.10 11.35 CV
0.190 0.050 0.100 0.087 0.066 2006-07
Earnings Before 0.170 0.065 0.110 0.091 0.098 2007-08
Interest and Taxes
To 0.220 0.058 0.110 0.065 0.082 2008-09
Total Assets 0.193 0.058 0.107 0.081 0.082 Mean
(In Time) 0.026 0.008 0.006 0.014 0.016 SD
13.61 13.02 5.412 17.28 19.51 CV
4.630 1.820 3.090 0.323 0.355 2006-07
8.580 4.830 2.760 0.818 0.639 2007-08
Market Value of 10.73 2.610 3.590 0.592 1.889 2008-09
Equity To Total
Debt (In Time) 7.980 3.087 3.147 0.578 0.961 Mean
3.094 1.561 0.418 0.248 0.816 SD
38.77 50.56 13.28 42.89 84.92 CV
0.720 0.300 1.990 1.097 0.477 2006-07
0.650 0.270 2.050 1.354 0.708 2007-08
Sales To Total 0.740 0.240 2.120 0.865 0.690 2008-09
Assets (In Time) 0.703 0.270 2.053 1.105 0.625 Mean
0.047 0.030 0.065 0.245 0.129 SD
6.720 11.11 3.171 22.13 20.56 CV
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
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Table-16 (Insert the Table after 8): Analysis of Z score.
Name of The 2006 2007 2008 Mean Industry SD CV t-value
Pharmaceuticals -2007 -2008 -2009 Mean
SPL 4.719 6.919 8.586 6.741 3.447 1.940 28.78 2.941
BPL 2.065 3.782 2.581 2.809 3.447 0.881 31.36 (1.253)
ISPIL 3.998 4.017 4.581 4.199 3.447 0.331 7.890 3.932
LIL 1.624 2.201 1.363 1.729 3.447 0.429 24.81 (6.937)
OIL 1.222 1.705 2.336 1.754 3.447 0.559 31.87 (5.247)
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Table-17 (Insert the Table after 9): Ranking of the Selected Pharmaceuticals with respect to Financial
Position (Based on Mean Ratios).
Name of The Pharmaceuticals
Ratios/Basis
SPL BPL ISPIL LIL OIL
Liquidity Ratios:
Current Ratio 4 5 1 3 2
Liquid Ratio 4 5 2 1 3
Receivables Turnover 4 1 5 3 2
Inventory Turnover 2 1 5 4 3
Total Score [Liquidity] 14 12 13 11 10
Rank I III II IV V
Profitability Ratios:
Profit Margin 5 4 2 1 3
Asset Turnover 3 1 5 4 2
Return on Asset 5 2 4 1 3
Return on Common
4 1 5 2 3
Stockholders’ Equity
Earnings Per Share 5 1 3 4 2
Price-Earnings Ratio 4 1 3 2 5
Payout Ratio 2 4 5 1 3
Total Score [Profitability] 28 14 27 15 21
Rank I V II IV III
Solvency Ratios:
Debt to Total Assets Ratio 5 4 3 1 2
Times Interest Earned 4 3 5 1 2
Total Score [Solvency] 9 7 8 2 4
Rank I III II V IV
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
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Table-18 (Insert the Table after 10): Coefficient of Correlation (r), Probable Error (P.E.r) and Limits of
Correlation (Based on Scores) between the Liquidity (L), Profitability (P) and Solvency (S) Position of the
Selected Pharmaceuticals.
Score L and P L and S P and S
Name of The
Pharmaceuticals P.E.r Limits P.E.r Limits P.E.r Limits
L P S r r r
of r of r of r
SPL 14 28 9
0.449 to 0.812
0.793 to 0.942
0.486 to 0.829
BPL 12 14 7
0.631
0.182
0.868
0.075
0.658
0.172
ISPIL 13 27 8
LIL 11 15 2
OIL 10 21 4
Source: Annual Reports and Official Records of the Selected Pharmaceuticals.
List of Pharmaceuticals under Study
Name of The Pharmaceuticals Acronym
SQUARE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. SPL
BEXIMCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. BPL
The IBN SINA Pharmaceutical Industry Ltd. ISPIL
Libra Infusions Limited LIL
Orion Infusion Ltd. OIL
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