Data watch - what happened to business investment in the UK recession?
A recession is typically associated with a reduction in business investment (capital expenditure). What does the data show in terms of the total capital spending by UK firms during the recent recession?
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Strategy in a recession - cost optimisation not cost minimisation
The quick fix is easy. The economy worsens and customer confidence plummets. Monthly sales begin to decline; fewer customers respond to the direct mail shot or visit the shops. The word goes out after the latest board meeting. All functional budgets are to be cut by 10% as a strategic response to the economic crisis. But does it work? Or should a business take a much more strategic approach to cost management?
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Another cracking (though detailed) research report on the strategies of global innovators has arrived in my inbox. Booz & Company’s 5th annual survey of 1,000 leading global players has some fascinating insights into the strategic response to the recession. I have summarised some of the key learning points for students below.
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Revision Quiz - Investment Appraisal (1)
This introductory revision quiz on investment appraisal covers payback period, ARR & discounted cash flows
Launch revision quiz on investment appraisal
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U2 on Tour - Investment appraisal and capacity utilisation rolled into one!
A fantastic example of investment appraisal and capacity utilisation in this article in the Guardian, which describes the risks and returns of the new U2 tour.
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Viability of wind farms poses a “sources of finance” challenge
A relevant article in the Guardian today looks at the financial challenges facing the London Array - a huge proposed offshore wind farm.
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