Financial Forecasting Shan Report

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CHAPTER -14

Financial forecasting
Role of financial Management

• Financial Management
- is concerned with the proper
specification of the financial goals of the firm as
well as the measurement of performance relative
to the achievement of these objectives.
Objectives of the firm

1. Financial goals
-which refer to shareholder wealth maximization
vis-à-vis through profit maximization.

2. Social and community goals


-which pertain to providing benefits to its
community through pollution control, equitable hiring
practices and fair trade and pricing standards.
Nature of financial forecasting

• Financial forecasting allows the firm to anticipate events before they


occur, particularly the need for raising funds externally. Well-run
companies generally base their operating plans on a set of projected
financial statements.
Steps in Financial forecasting

• Projected financial Statement Method

-STEP 1. Forecast the statement of comprehensive income.


-STEP 2. Forecast the statement of financial position.
-STEP 3. Raising the additional funds needed.
4 Factors: 1. Target capital structure
2. Effect of short-term borrowing on its current ratio
3. Conditions in the debt and equity market
4. Restrictions imposed by existing debt agreements.
-STEP 4. Consider financing feedback.
“ Work for a cause, not for
Applause


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