2. Evaluate the sales, operating expenses, gross margin, net-profit margin asset, and debt and equity structure, of Briscoe Group Limited and explain trends and changes found using the common-size financial statements. (10 marks)
3. Using relevant ratios, and other associated information available in the public domain, assess the financial health of Briscoe Group Limited based from the point of view of an investor in share capital.
(8 marks)
4. Assume you are a banker evaluating a loan request from Briscoe Group Limited for $ 50 million. What would be your concerns when making a decision regarding approval or denial of the loan request? Justify. (10 marks)
