Limitations of Ratio Analysis Flashcards

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Happy Seals Never Complain About Hot Sundays

Limitations of Ratio Analysis

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  • Based on historical data
  • Summarised accounting information
  • Numerical data used - quality not considered
  • Can’t compare businesses that are different in nature
  • Accounting policy differences
  • Historic cost - ignores inflation
  • Subjective process
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