Reference no: EM132494688
Question 1: Using the ratios and information given below for Chatty Communications Company, analyze the short-term liquidity and operating efficiency of the firm.
2019 2018
Current ratio .30 .40
Quick ratio .25 .37
Cash flow liquidity ratio .42 .98
Average collection period 31 days 31 days
Days inventory held 10 days 12 days
Days payable outstanding 121 days 163 days
Cash conversion cycle (80 days) (120 days)
Fixed asset turnover .20 times .19 times
Total asset turnover .20 times .18 times
Cash flow from operations (in millions) $587 $1,142
Net sales (in millions) $7,231 $6,542