Define working capital, net working capital, and working capital
management. What is the role of the manager in working capital
management? What are marketable securities? What are the two main
types of marketable securities?
Evaluate why the profitability of a corporation is
largely based on how successful management is in making the
soundest capital budget investment decisions. (there is already a
question posted with an answer, please do not copy and paste
it)
First Paragraph - What is working capital? List one objective of
working capital management.
Second Paragraph - Explain how rapidly expanding sales can drain
the cash resources of a company.
Third Paragraph - What are the sources of short-term asset
management / financing strategies?
Working capital management is the management of a firm’s short
term assets and liabilities. It seems like we hear more about a
firm’s long-term strategies and plans when discussing their success
or failure. Why is working capital management crucial to a firm’s
success? What factors must the company consider when making working
capital decisions?