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ahjteam

Anssi Tenhunen
http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/660b73/top_400_audio_equipment_manufacturers_global

The PDF costs $1050 :yow: In case someone already has a copy of this, please send me a PM :Smokedev:

The Global Audio Equipment Manufacturers Industry Report

This report is an in-depth financial evaluation of the Global Audio Equipment Manufacturers industry. Using the unique Plimsoll method of analysis, each of the top 400 Global Audio Equipment Manufacturers is individually assessed and ranked against each other and compared to industry averages. Using the most up-to-date financial information available, the two-page analysis provides detailed financial analysis for each Audio Equipment manufacturer, including details of;
- Sales growth
- Trading stability
- Profitability
- Employee performance
- Level of debt
- Gearing ratio’s
- Creditor Exposure
- Performance ratio’s
- Overall financial rating

Results are shown in graphical, numeric and narrative forms, and all individual analysis are measured in both the company’s own currency, and USD ($) for ease of use. These individual analyses highlight a company’s success just as easily as it can emphasise its vulnerability.
Along with individual company information, this report also contains an assessment of the market, based on the companies analysed. This key information identifies;
- Best trading partners (based on commercial and financial strength)
- Sales growth (highest sales, growth rate, size of market based on the companies analysed, average growth)
- Profitability (Profit return on assets, pre-tax profit margins, industry average)
- Fastest growing companies (performance matrix)

Companies can change at an alarming rate in a very short space of time, so it is vital that you keep up-to-date with any changes to your market, and how those changes can affect you. This report can provide you with an in-depth look at your industry, highlight new market opportunities and provide important information to help develop accurate strategic business plans. Whether you wish to benchmark your own company’s results, study the industry in more depth or have a vast array of industry intelligence at your disposal, this report is the ideal resource.

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A new study has just been published that will give you a completely new insight into the individual financial performance of the 400 largest Audio Equipment Manufacturers around the World. Whether you are assessing key competitors, probing for new business opportunities, or even searching for takeover targets, a quick glance at this report revealed:

o 28 companies look ripe for takeover with sales increasing but profits down meaning a more prudent management is necessary.

o 103 of the Top 400 achieved greater than 20% increase in sales last year.

o Last year 113 companies made a pre-tax loss.

o 198 companies saw sales fall last year.

o 186 of your competitors have seen a fall in their overall financial strength.
The report delivers an instant verdict on each company using an uncomplicated written and graphical summary in one language and monetary currency. In addition, a new 100 page industry review is now also included highlighting the changing dynamics of your market.