(Solution) - You are given below in draft form the financial statements -(2025 Original AI-Free Solution)
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You are given below, in draft form, the financial statements of Algernon Ltd for 20X2 and 20X3. They are not in publishable format.
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a. Calculate for Algernon Ltd, for 20X2 and 20X3, the following ratios:
i. return on capital employed;
ii..Return on owners' equity (return on shareholders' funds);
iii. Trade receivables' turnover;
iv. Trade payables' turnover;
v. Current ratio;
vi. Quick assets (acid test) ratio;
vii. Gross profit percentage;
viii. Net profit percentage;
ix. Dividend cover;
x. Gearing ratio.
b. Using the summarized financial statements given, and the ratios you have just prepared, comment on the position, progress and direction of Algernon Ltd.