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National Aluminum Company was incorporated in 1981 as a public sector company under the ministry of mines,Govt of India. NALCO is Asias largest integrated aluminum complex having Bauxite mines, Alumina Refinery,Aluminium Smelter and captive power plant situated in the state of Odisha, along with port facilities in Vishakhapatnam.
To understand the financial performance of Nalco. To analyze & interpret the financial statements of Nalco. To give independent opinion & trend of performance of Nalco.
Ratio analysis is taken as a methodology considering the transparency in the technique of analysis . For this purpose following are various ratios enclosed. Short term solvency. Long term solvency. Overall profitability. Activity analysis.
Short-term Solvency Ratios attempt to measure the ability of a firm to meet its short-term financial obligations. In other words, these ratios seek to determine the ability of a firm to avoid financial distress in the short run . They are as followsCurrent
current ratio=current assets/current liabilities A ratio of 2:1 is considered satisfactory as per the thumb rule.
Particulars
Current asset Current liabilities Current ratio
2005
1811.04 616.25 2.94
2006
3297.88 607.33 5.43 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
current ratio
5.43 2.94 current ratio
2005 2006
Interpretation: We can see that for the year 2005 the current ratio is a bit high than the normal standards, while for the year 2006 it is quite high. so we can conclude that current ratio for both the years is quite satisfactory.
2005
1281.98 616.25
2006
5 2706.30 607.33 4 3 2 1 0
quick ratio
quick ratio
2.08
4.45
2005 2006
Interpretation: We can clearly see that the quick ratio has increased from 2.08 to 4.45 which is more than the standard norms. It shows the company liquidity position is quite good. It is able to meet the short term obligations.
STR
Net sales
Average stock STR
4104.11
529.06
4851.90
591.58
8.2 8
8.2
7.75 STR
7.8
7.6 7.4
7.75
8.20
2005 2006
Interpretation: Generally lesser the STR better it is for the company. It means the company is able to sell its product quickly in the market. By comparing both the years we can find that in the year 2005 the STR is less. It means the company is able to sell its goods quickly in 2005 as compared to 2006.
One of many ratios used to measure a company's ability to meet long-term obligations. It provides a measurement of how likely a company will be to continue meeting its debt obligations. They are as follows
Proprietary Ratio Solvency Ratio Fixed Assets To Net Worth Ratio Ratio Of Current Assets to Proprietors Fund Ratio Of Current Assets to Total Liabilities Proprietors Liability Ratio
Higher the ratio lesser is the dependence for working capital on outside sources, and better the long term solvency.
Particulars 2005 2006 0.8 0.7 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1 0 2005006 2
S.F TA Ratio
P.F
Solvency Ratio = Total Assets/Total Liabilities Higher the ratio is, the greater is the dependence of the firm on outsiders.
The ratio should not exceed 1:1 as per the Thumb Rule.
2006
3297.88 5892.67 0.559658 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1 0
2006
3297.88 7474.55 0.44121 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1 0
2005 2006
2005
4697.81
2006
5892.67 0.8 0.79 0.78
6156.65
7474.55
0.77
0.7630465 0.7883645 0.76 0.75 2005 2006
Profitability ratios measure the company's use of its assets and control of its expenses to generate an acceptable rate of return. They are as follows: Return On equity Capital Ratio Earnings Per Share Return On Share Holders Return On Total Investment Return On Total Assets Return On Capital Employed
1234.84
644.31
Ratio
242.46
191.65
Net Profit after Tax & Preference Dividend No. of equity shares
Particulars Net Profit after tax No of Equity Shares Ratio 2005 15.58 81.27 2006 10.49 43.25 30 20
10
0
Ratio
0.19
0.24
INTERPRETATION: Higher the EPS, better it is. Hence, 2006 was better than 2005.
INTERPRETATION :Higher the ratio better it is for the firm and when compared with the previous year there is improvement but the condition is not satisfactory.
2005
2006
34.95
37.18
INTERPRETATION: Increased from 34.95 to 37.18 which is satisfactory. The profitability of the firm in relation to assets employed has also Increased
250
200 150
191.65
242.46
100 50
Interpretation
Increased from 191.65 to 242.46 which is satisfactory. The company has utilized its resources very well.
0 2005 2006
Activity ratios measure the effectiveness of the firms use of resources. They Are as follows: Total Assets Turnover Ratio Fixed Assets Turnover Ratio Current Assets Turnover Ratio
2.26
1.47
The firm has liquidity to meet its short term obligations . The firm would be able to meet its long term commitments. The current ratio for the firm is satisfactory. The firm has better earnings per share in 2006 as compared to 2005. The company is in good position since has got a good return of capital employed