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Question: 1. Prepare an analysis of both of the following firms which includes the ratios calculated in an Week 2 IP assignment.
• Review the Company A 2006 Annual Report.
• Review the Company B 2006 Annual Report.
2. Discuss how each firm compares with industry standards.
3. What other analytical techniques could be used to evaluate the financial performance of the firms?
4. Use the ratios and other analytical techniques to evaluate the financial performance of the firms.
5. Comment on the financial performance of the firms.
6. Analyze the narratives in the annual report and discuss how they do/do not meet the requirements set by governing authorities.
7. Make recommendations for improvements to the financial reporting of the firms.
Please see: 1. Franklin Covey 2006 Annual Report
2. Standard Register 2006 Annual Report