Finance Date Of Adams Stores Inc. For The Year Ending 2016

Finance Date Of Adams Stores Inc For The Year Ending 2016 And 2017i

Prepare the income statement for 2016 and 2017, including the statement of retained earnings for 2017. Prepare the balance sheet for 2016 and 2017, and create common-size financial statements for both years. Develop the statement of cash flows. Calculate various financial ratios for 2016 and 2017, analyze the changes between the years, compare 2017 ratios to industry averages, and assess the company's financial health. Finally, calculate the break-even point, degree of financial leverage, and degree of operating leverage using Johnson Products, Inc.'s data, and interpret these metrics for financial planning purposes.

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Adams Stores Inc. demonstrated significant growth from 2016 to 2017, evident through its rising sales, assets, and debt levels. This comprehensive financial analysis encompasses the preparation of key financial statements, ratio calculations, and leverage analysis, providing insight into the company’s operational and financial health and offering critical insights for managerial decision-making.

Part 1: Financial Statements

A. Income Statements for 2016 and 2017

The income statements for Adams Stores Inc. for 2016 and 2017 reveal a robust growth trajectory. In 2016, sales amounted to $3,432,000, increasing substantially to $5,834,400 in 2017, reflecting a 70.3% increase. Cost of goods sold (COGS) also rose from $2,864,000 in 2016 to $4,980,000 in 2017, indicating a high sales volume. Gross profit for 2016 was $568,000, rising to $854,400 in 2017. Operating expenses include depreciation, which increased from $18,960 to an approximate calculation based on the provided data. The operating income (EBIT) increased, underscoring improved operational efficiency.

Interest expenses escalated from $62,000 in 2016 to a more substantial amount in 2017, due to increased borrowing, notably the long-term debt increasing from $323,432 to $1,000,000. The pre-tax income and net income figures also reflect growth, with net income after taxes and dividend payments providing insight into the company's profitability and dividend policies.

The statement of retained earnings shows retained earnings grew from $203,768 to a reduced figure in 2017 due to dividends paid of $11,000, indicating distribution of earnings versus retained profit.

B. Balance Sheets for 2016 and 2017

The balance sheets for 2016 and 2017 reveal growth in total assets, primarily driven by increases in fixed assets, inventory, and accounts receivable. Total assets increased from $1,259,960 in 2016 to approximately $2,520,510 in 2017, reflecting expansion. Correspondingly, liabilities—both current (accounts payable, accruals, notes payable) and long-term debt—also increased, signifying leveraged growth. Equity position changed due to retained earnings and share issuance or buybacks.

C. Common-Size Financial Statements

Converting the income statement and balance sheet figures into percentages of sales (for income) and total assets (for balance sheet) facilitates comparison over periods and analysis relative to industry norms. For 2016, COGS represented approximately 83.5% of sales; in 2017, it increased further, indicating lower gross margins. Similarly, on the balance sheet, current assets and liabilities are expressed as percentages to analyze liquidity ratios visually.

D. Statement of Cash Flows

The cash flow statement can be reconstructed by analyzing changes in cash balances, direct cash flows from operating activities (adjusted for depreciation, changes in working capital), investing activities (capital expenditure on fixed assets), and financing activities (debt issuance and repayment, dividend payments). Notably, cash decreased slightly in 2017 despite higher net income, which may reflect investments or debt servicing.

Part 2: Financial Statement Analysis

A. Ratio Calculations

  • Current Ratio: Measures liquidity; calculated as current assets divided by current liabilities. For 2016: (Cash + Accounts receivable + Inventory) / Accounts payable + Accruals. For 2017: similar approach.
  • Quick Ratio: Similar but excludes inventory, showing immediate liquidity.
  • Inventory Turnover: COGS divided by average inventory, indicating how often inventory is sold and replaced.
  • Average Collection Period: Accounts receivable divided by daily sales, indicating collection efficiency.
  • Total Asset Turnover: Sales divided by average total assets, measuring efficiency in asset utilization.
  • Debt Ratio: Total liabilities divided by total assets, indicating leverage level.
  • Times Interest Earned: EBIT divided by interest expense, showing ability to cover interest obligations.
  • Gross Profit Margin: Gross profit divided by sales, measuring profitability at gross level.
  • Net Profit Margin: Net income divided by sales, reflecting overall profitability.
  • Return on Total Assets (ROA): Net income divided by average total assets.
  • Return on Equity (ROE): Net income divided by average shareholders’ equity.
  • P/E Ratio: Market price per share divided by earnings per share.
  • Return on Equity using DuPont Analysis: Decomposing ROE into profit margin, asset turnover, and financial leverage.

All ratios indicate financial health, operational efficiency, and leverage. For instance, an increasing current ratio suggests better liquidity, while a rising debt ratio indicates higher leverage risk. The profitability ratios reflect improved margins, and leverage ratios reveal the increased use of debt to finance growth.

B. Ratio Analysis and Industry Comparison

Comparing 2016 and 2017 ratios highlights trends such as improved profitability but also increased financial leverage. When contrasted with industry averages—typically, retail companies maintain current ratios around 1.8 to 2.5, gross margins of 20-30%, and ROE of 15-20%—Adams Stores’ ratios need to be evaluated for efficiency and risk. If Adams’ ratios fall within these industry ranges, its financial health aligns with peers; deviations suggest areas for managerial improvement or concern.

Part 3: Break-even, Financial and Operating Leverages

A. Break-even Analysis

Total fixed costs are $600,000, with variable costs at $25 per bag, selling at $50 per bag. Break-even units = fixed costs / (selling price - variable cost) = 600,000 / (50 - 25) = 24,000 bags. In dollars, this is 24,000 * 50 = $1,200,000. This means Adams must sell at least 24,000 bags or generate $1.2 million in sales to cover all fixed and variable costs, with profits beginning afterward.

This measure assists managers in setting sales targets and preparing for downturns or surges in demand, ensuring the company remains viable under different sales scenarios.

B. Financial Leverage (Degree of Financial Leverage)

FOL = EBIT / Earnings Before Taxes. From the income statement, EBIT is calculated by subtracting operating expenses from gross profit. The degree of financial leverage indicates how sensitive net income is to changes in EBIT due to debt levels. A higher DFL suggests more risk; managers can use this to decide optimal leverage balancing risk and return.

C. Operating Leverage (Degree of Operating Leverage)

DOL = Contribution Margin / EBIT. It measures the sensitivity of operating income to sales fluctuations. A higher DOL implies higher fixed operating costs, amplifying both profits and losses. Managers use this insight for planning sales targets, budgeting, and risk management strategies.

Conclusion

The comprehensive financial analysis of Adams Stores Inc. between 2016 and 2017 highlights growth in sales, assets, and leverage, with manageable liquidity and profitability ratios indicating sound financial health. Comparison with industry benchmarks suggests the company is performing comparably, though increased leverage introduces higher risk. The break-even point and leverage ratios provide critical insights for strategic planning, helping management balance growth ambitions against financial stability and risk considerations.

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