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ResearchProject-CocaColaCompany.pptxResearch Project- Coca Cola Company
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Introduction
Coca Cola Company was started in 1886.
Is the largest producer of non-alcoholic beverages.
Company headquarters are based in Atlanta, Georgia.
The company started diversifying its products in 2011.
The company is expanding through CSR engagements.
Investors’ Profile
Investors analyze financial ratios to make sound investment decisions.
Business environment need to be assessed to determine exposure to risks.
The company support global leadership through enhanced innovation, balanced product portfolio, and promoting growth.
The company is a good option for investors seeking low risk investments.
Sustainability
The company seeks financial and environmental sustainability.
Has established environmental production policy over its production practices.
Supports recycling, reuse, and reduced water use.
Over 90% of by products are recyclable.
The company is also financially sustainable.
Financial Analysis
Both quick ratio and current ratios indicates the company is able to meet short term financial obligation without struggle.
The earning per share has registered a positive which shows the good performance of the company in the present and the future.
Gross margin indicates prices and costs have been consistent.
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Ratios Overview
Company is financially health.
Both current and quick ratios indicate the company is sustainable.
Company assets can offset its long term liabilities without affecting position of shareholders.
Per earnings ratio indicates the company good performance will continue into the future.
The price earning ratio is increasing.
Prevailing Risks
Operations in foreign countries exposes the company to interest rates risks.
Political instability and harsh regulations hinder penetration to certain markets.
The company is also faced with liquidity risk but trying this risk by balancing current assets and current liabilities.
High competition from rivals like PepsiCo.
Executive’s Compensation
Annual proxy statement contains compensations for executives.
Compensation includes both base payment as well as bonuses.
Some compensation figures are not included in the statement such as change in pension and nonqualified deferred earnings.
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Recommendation and Conclusion
The company need to diversify its products to avoid inherent risks in the market.
Expand its healthier product portfolio to meet needs of emerging markets.
The company sustainable both financially as well as environmentally.
Strategy to deal with prevailing risks need to be formulated.
Product diversification is needed to avoid uncertainties in the future.
