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...Apple Computers Inc. is an American-based multinational company that creates consumer electronics goods and computer software. Known for predominantly manufacturing personal computers and facing rocky sales and low market share during the 1990s; In 2001 the introduction of the iPod music player established Apple as a leader in the consumer electronics industry. Their latest success came when the company expanded its range of products and launched the iPhone, iPod Touch and it newest brainchild the iPad. Among their popular line of products are the iPad, iPhone, and Macintosh computers. The software products include the Mac operating systems, iTunes, iLife suite, and iWork suite. Today, Apple is the largest technology firm in the world, with annual revenues of more than $60 billion. Apple continues to expand its portfolio by branching out into other sectors of the technology industry with development, designing, and creative marketing campaigns of personal computers, communication devices, servers, network solutions, portable digital music devices, and all their related accessories. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Apple Managing the finances of a company such as Apple is not an easy job. The responsibility of the fund manager is to be knowledgeable of the pulse of the market and to ensure the welfare of the their clients to acquire a good returns on their investments. Extensive market research is required to stay abreast of the trends. In some cases, specializations...
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...factors impacting the investment decision of companies in today’s market. The paper will use Apple as the example within the paper. In the process it will look at the annual report from an investor’s standpoint and evaluate the performance of the company and the reasons and the reason for or not investing. Then from an investor’s view it will discuss Three (3) non-financial factors that suggest investing in the company. (Strayer University, 2016). From an investor’s view, review the last annual report for chosen company. Use financial analysis tools of liquidity, profitability, and solvency to evaluate the company’s performance and reasons for investing or not investing. Include the company’s ranking in the industry, and its major competitors. The 2015 annual report for the Apple Corporation shows that the liquidity, working capital that a company can get a hold of and use quickly, (Kimmel, 2013). The liquidity for Apple would work out to be current assets, $290,479 million (-) minus current liabilities, $171,124 Million = $119,355 Million. (Apple Inc, 2015). This amount shows that the company has enough to pay for the liabilities and still have working capital to work with for new products. For the profitability of Apple, here we will work out the net profit margin. Which will be, net profit, $ 53,394 Million (/) divided by Revenue $ 233,715 Million = .228457737 (x) multiply that by 100 =$ 22.85Billion. (Apple Inc, 2015). This also shows that Apple is still a god company...
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...APPLE APPLE [Company name] | [Company address] [Company name] | [Company address] Financial Analysis writer Financial Analysis writer 2015 2015 ELECTRONIC INDUSTRY OUTLOOK The electronic industry was developed in the twentieth century and now they become a worldwide industry who earns billions of dollars for every year. Electronic devices are used by modern people in every field of life like use mobile phones and computers for their household and commercial needs. These devices are assembled in semi-automated and automated factories. Electronic industry products were assembled from the integrated circuits. With the passing of days the size of the electronics industry will enhance and they used Toxic material which were not easily recycled. So International courts develop rules and guidelines to address the problems of recycling of toxic material. The Electronic industry will usually be known as consumer's electronics. Different types of products are used by everyone in consumer electronics. For example consumer electronics used in office productivity, communication, and entertainment. Radio broadcasting was the first key consumer product introduced in the twentieth century. Afterwards Calculators, recorders, digital cameras, telephones, Mobiles, personal computers, DVDs, Camcorders and GPS automotive electronics were developed and included in consumer electronics. Now in 2015 these products are made based on latest technologies and everyone used latest mobiles and...
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...Intercontinental University Accounting Hector Cortez - Individual Project 1 September 27, 1015 ABSTRACT In this paper I will discuss the Apple Corporation and various aspects of its financial records. I will proved reference to these records and I will discuss different ratios associated with accounting. I will also discuss calculating assets and shareholders equity. Apple is a world-renowned company and climbed to the top through the use of responsible accounting. Following 2005, Apple has only gone up in terms of assets and shareholder equity, and continue climbing even higher to this day. Assets for Apple in 2005 were recorded as being 11,551 and were recorded in 2014 as being 231,839 (Apple, 1). Apple likely calculated the current assets by combining the value of cash and equivalents, like bank drafts, short term investments, receivables, inventory and any expenses that have been paid for but not yet used. Next they calculated the value of long-term investments by combining the value of investments that are held for more than one year. These include stocks and bonds, funds and fixed assets held as an investment that were not used for the business. Afterwards, add up the value of fixed assets. These include the business' property and machinery. Following this, Add up the value of intangible assets. Next, Apple likely calculated its intangible assets. Intangible assets are properties that are owned by a business. Intangible assets include franchise rights...
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...business, whereas a person buying bonds will become a creditor to that company and usually has wants no decision making responsibilities. Apple, Inc. is one of the worlds richest companies and its stock prices has had a roller-coaster ride since Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak founded it in 1976. On the other hand, the purchase of U.S. Treasury Bonds by bondholders has had a long history of helping America in the country’s times of need, especially during wars and other financial recessions. Buying bonds has also helped many Americans save for their retirement years or helped put their children through college. Apple began in a garage when both men had to sell their personal items and take out loans just to fulfill their first order of the Apple 1 computers they sold. Since then Apple has become one of the largest revenue companies in the world and is changing people’s lives everyday with their technology and products. Just like many other companies in the world Apple’s stock has had both good and bad years over the last twenty years, but through it all their stock has always bounced back from the edge of collapse. Compared to the 20 years of positive gains the S&P 500 companies have had since 1984; Apple, Inc. has had 18 years of positive gain over the same period, proving they are a steady and profitable stock to purchase for any investor. Apple grew their sales by over 65% in 2011 to $108 billion and they went on to exceed...
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...Apple SWOT Analysis II MGT/521 Management October 31, 2011 Erick Espinosa Abstract Apple is a company that concerned of the environment and has been working for more than 20 years to minimize the impact their products have on the environment. Apple has developed and formulate an environmental policy in 1990 and since then, Apple has continue making their products more energy efficient, eliminating toxic substances. Apple is also the only organization that all the products they sell not only meets but exceeds the firm energy guidelines of the ENERGY STAR specification. In 2009 become the first company to report their total carbon footprint giving the opportunity to their clients to see Apple progress and efforts. Studying the financial statements of Apple investors and also costumers can determinate the health of the company, with the statements investors can decide if is a good investment risk by studying them in depth because the financial statements inform all of the business assets and liabilities and also include information about how much shareholders would receive as dividends from each share of stock. Companies calculate the earnings per share by dividing their net income by the total number of outstanding stock. Apple SWOT Analysis The environment of Apple is unique in this type of industry, because they focus on all the steps that their products pass through, Apple calculate their carbon footprint establishing the impact the company has in the planet...
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...touching $42.62 which is a Good figure. Though the stock prices of Apple had dipped after the fmous resignation of Steve Jobs from the position of CEO followed by appointment of Tim Cooks in the same position; financial analysts now say that Apple is all set to conquer expectations in the 2nd quarter. After Tim Cook joined the board he drove major financial ventures like increasing Apple’s buyback intentions to a figure of 90 billion dollars from 60 billion dollars which in turn drove up dividend by 8%. The robust financial performance of Apple seems to be a direct result of Apple’s broader price range on I phones and increased portfolio. Obviously portfolio diversification has fueled sales and nearly 50% of activations that happened in the last year came from new sales. Apple’s gross profitability ratios are pegged at 44.11 and it is quite higher than the average of 43.5 (Morningstar 2012). The retail outlets owned by Apple helps allocation of selling and distribution expenses in an efficient manner and this way the discount fee which is paid to wholesellers is avoided. The industry average ratio of net profit is 26.97 while Apple’s figures show that its nets profit is 26.97 (Morning star, 2012). Apple’s market share is 29% in smartphone segment and 60% in tablet segment. The low price to earnings ratio of Apple (14.5) confirms that is a lesser risky investment (Garner, 2012). The current ratio of Apple is 1.6 which demonstrates that short term assets of Apple can be quickly dissolved...
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...Apple Company Apple incorporation is an American company established in 1971 by Steve jobs and Steve Wozniak. The company’s headquarters are located in Cupertino, California. Apple Incorporation specializes in designing and developing computer hardware and software but has recently diversified into other consumer electronic goods. Apple Incorporation is the second biggest information technology company by revenue with an estimated revenue of US $414 billion. Apples’ success in the technological sector, stems from it’s; commitment in providing best computer and other electronic experience to its clientele by providing quality products from extensive innovation and creativity. This paper will examine some key ideas, strategies and concepts that this company employs in its operation that makes it a success in the information and technology industry. It will also discuss some of the lessons and ideas businesses need to incorporate into their operations, in order for them to realize success like Apple Incorporation. To begin with, Apple employs vertical integration and diversification strategy in its business operations. This strategy makes it hard for any other technological companies to compete with it. This is because this strategy makes apple to diverse its business operations but connect them into one big company (Adams, 2012). For instance, Apple has segmented its company into a software company, hardware company, retail company and services company. Most corporations...
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...Procurement…………………………………………………………………...7 Advantages of Apple’s procurement……………………………………………………..8 Disadvantages of Apple’s Procurement…………………………………………………..9 Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………………10 Introduction: When Apple design guru Jony Ive wanted a new feature for the next MacBook: a small dot of green light above the screen, shining through the computer’s aluminum casing to indicate when its camera was on, the problem? It’s physically impossible to shine light through metal. Apple discovered it could use a customized laser to poke holes in the aluminum small enough to be nearly invisible to the human eye but big enough to let light through. Applying that solution at massive volume was a different matter. Apple needed lasers, and lots of them. Most of Apple’s customers have probably never given that green light a second thought, but its creation speaks to a massive competitive advantage for Apple: Operations. This is the world of manufacturing, procurement, and logistics in which the new chief executive officer, Tim Cook, excelled, earning him the trust of Steve Jobs. What Apple learned is that for a very profitable business, you need to have 3 things perfected: 1. Low Overhead –outsource labor to a country with very cheap labor and favorable taxes 2. Low Cost of Goods Sold – Make friends with suppliers, get very cheap raw materials 3. Effective Supply Chain – Ensure that the customers get the...
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...Apple Inc. Analysis Business Strategy The objective of this essay is to analyse the strategy of Apple Inc. By comparing their strategy to their vision, policy, goals and objectives we will get a better understanding ( Warnock Davies, 2000) of Apple’s choice of strategy. Mission: "Apple is committed to bringing the best personal computing experience to students, educators, creative professionals and consumers around the world through its innovative hardware, software and internet offerings." Vision: "Man is the creator of change in this world. As such he should be above systems and structures, and not subordinate to them." The strategy of Apple Inc. is in line with their mission and vision. As they want to bring the best user experience to its customers through its innovative hardware, software, peripherals, and services. To realize this they make use of their unique ability to design and develop its own operating systems, hardware, application software, and services. Apple Inc. strives to make its customers masters of the products they have bought by enabling smooth customer interaction . They believes that continual investment in research and development and in marketing and advertising is critical to sales of innovative products and technologies. By this strategy of continual investment they try to continuously move forward and expand its platform for delivery of third-party content and applications. The Company’s strategy also includes expanding its distribution...
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...PESTEL analysis---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 Strategy-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10 Other relevant aspects-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11 Conclusion----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12 Recommendation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13 Bibliography--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14 Word count: 998 Executive Summary This report provides a specific strategy to Apple for selling IPhone5 by directly price-cutting, and proved strategy by internal (SWOT) analysis: * Strength High performance of...
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... Apple Inc., formerly called Apple Computer, was founded in California on April 1, 1976. Apple is an electronics and software company who designs and sells personal computers and laptops, computer software, and consumer electronics. They are known primarily for producing iPods, iPhones, iPads, and the MacBook Pro. The software Apple has developed includes Mac OS (operating system), iOS (mobile operating system for the i-product line), iTunes, iLife, QuickTime player, Final Cut Studio, and iWork. Apple has retail stores in 45 states in the United States of America (US) as well as being located in 13 different countries. Additionally, the company also has an online website where product orders can be placed. Since its inception, Apple has steadily grown in net worth and is the largest publically traded company in the world (by market capitalization). Apple is also the largest technology company in terms of revenue and profit. Today, software and computer sales are only a small part of Apple’s operations. There are many important variables and factors that can affect the overall performance of any company, including Apple Inc., in terms of their relationship with their customers as well as other important entities who are involved in their supply chain. Additionally, since Apple has stores and manufacturing facilities located outside of the US, they must contend with exchange rate risk, interest rate risk, and commodity price risk. Risks Facing Apple Interest...
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...Financial Analysis of Apple Inc: Financial Analysis of Apple Inc Subject: Financial Management Group Members : Ms. Ouch Kanika Ms. Hour Kimhun Mr. Pen Vanndarong Lectured by: Mr. Sok Ousa Academic Year: 2011-2012 1 Table of Contents: Table of Contents Introduction Horizontal Analysis Vertical Analysis Ratio Analysis – Profitability Ratio Analysis – Efficiency Ratio Analysis – Liquidity Ratio Analysis – Leverage Conclusion & Recommendation Limitations of the Analysis 2 Introduction: Introduction Corporate Facts: Name: Apple Inc. Founded: April 1976 Founders: Steve Jobs Steve Wozniak Ronald Wayne Head Office: Cupertino, California Industry: Computer hardware Computer software Consumer electronics Digital distribution Products: iPhone , iPad , iPod, iMac, Mac Books and other related hardware and software Marketing: Direct: retail and online stores Indirect: resellers & cellular network carriers 3 Introduction: Introduction Reportedly, Apple is one of the most successful technology companies in the world. Apple business strategy focuses on research & development in order to compete in technology world. Based on Forbes (April 2012), Apple’s market capitalization worth $546 billion, which is: Almost twice of Microsoft ($273.5 billion) More than twice of IBM ($238.7 billion) More than twice of General Electric ($213.7 billion) More than twice of Wal-Mart ($208.4 billion) More than twice of Google ($203.2 billion) More than thrice of Coca Cola ($158.8 billion)...
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...countries (Ford, 2004). Because Apple was developed in a westernized culture, the model is slightly more helpful. However, several economists believe the model, as a predictive one is not very helpful, that instead its main use it to highlight the need for investment. Rostow’s five stages of development is essentially a growth model (Ford, 2004). Because of the model being created in the 1960s, some of the stages do not exactly match up to today’s businesses. For example, stage one is labeled as the traditional society. In this stage, the producers consume their own goods. It goes on to explain that when goods were traded, they were traded for other goods, rather than someone paying money for them. At this time, agriculture was the most important industry. Today, Apple definitely does not trade goods directly for other goods. Apple sells directly to consumers in exchange for money. This goes for both domestic and global environments. Stage two becomes slightly more similar to today’s economy. Specialization increases and transportation is accessible and used to support trade. Apple has corned the market with their technological devices and offers store around the country. Also, because of mass transportation, Apple has been able to expand to multiple countries around the world. In the global environments, they are also able to offer shipping for new devices or even repairs and replacements. Stage three discusses how growth in investments leads to increasing incomes, which...
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