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FIN202 Assignment
FIN202 Assignment
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Group information
Members
1. Introduction 2
a. Main view 2
b. Position 2
c. Main business 3
d. Important project 3
e. Competitors 3
2. Financial statement analysis 4
a. Perform Common-size analysis for Balance sheet and Income Statement. Calculate,
comment on trend and compare with peer group or industry average. 4
b. Perform Ratios analysis. Calculate, comment on trend and compare with peer group
or industry average. 7
c. Perform Dupont analysis. Calculate, comment on trend and compare with peer group
or industry average. What are the main factors that drive ROE? 10
d. Comment on the Statement of Cash flows. What can you conclude from the
information found in this statement about the financial health of the company? 11
3. Conclusion 15
I. Introduction
a. Main view
Dat Phuong Joint Stock Company (DPG), formerly known as Dat Phuong Construction and
Transport JSC, was established in 2002. The company operates mainly in the field of
investment in construction and installation of transport and irrigation works. In addition, DPG
also participates in freight transportation, sales of electricity, construction materials and rental
of construction machinery and equipment.
b. Position
Dat Phuong is a leading Sustainable Real Estate Construction and Development Group that
specialises in construction and energy investment, setting the standard for eco-conscious real
estate products. Their extensive portfolio includes a range of remarkable achievements in the
construction and infrastructure sector, including iconic projects like the An Nghia Bridge,
Thu Thiem Bridge, and the An Suong - An Lac Flyover in Ho Chi Minh City. With a national
presence, they have also left their mark on key projects like the Da Len Bridge in Thanh Hoa,
Ben Thuy II Bridge in Nghe An, and the Cua Dai Bridge in Quang Nam. In addition to their
construction ventures, Dat Phuong has embraced the hydropower segment with the operation
of the Son Tra 1 Hydropower Project and the Son Tra 1C Hydropower Project. Their strategic
vision includes a shift towards real estate development and the expansion of investments in
the flourishing sectors of restaurants and hotels, marking a promising future for the company
with its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation.
c. Main business
d. Important project
● Vinh Hao - Phan Thiet Expressway
The North-South expressway project has a total length of about 1,811 km, of which the Vinh
Hao – Phan Thiet section is 100.8km long with the beginning at Km 134+000 in Vinh Hao
commune – Tuy Phong district – Binh Thuan province and the end point at Km 235+000 –
intersecting with National Highway 1 to My Thanh at Km 2+500 in Ham Kiem commune –
Ham Thuan Nam district – Binh Thuan province. The North-South expressway, when put
into operation, will gradually complete the synchronous traffic infrastructure, meeting
transport needs; connecting economic and political centers, especially 3 key economic
regions, key industrial parks as well as creating conditions for socio-economic development
for localities through which the project passes.
● Chan May Port Breakwater
Chan May port breakwater phase 1 has a total budget of more than 700 billion VND
implemented from 2018 to 2020. The length of the is 450 meters, the body of the is made of
stone covered with concrete.
e. Competitors
DAT PHUONG faces strong competition in the construction and design industry from several
key players, including companies such as Viet Quoc Construction Investment Design
Consulting Company Limited, An Gia Khang Design & Construction Joint Stock Company,
Joint Stock Company Dong Cuong Construction Design Investment Consulting, Luu Nguyen
Construction Company Limited, and NEVO Vietnam Construction Joint Stock Company. In
this competitive landscape, DAT PHUONG strives to distinguish itself and maintain a
competitive edge through its unique strengths, innovative approaches, and a commitment to
delivering high-quality construction and design solutions in the Vietnamese market.
Balance sheet
Assets:
- Cash and equivalents: The cash and equivalents have shown substantial growth,
especially in 2022. The company holds a significant amount of cash, which may be
used for investment or future operations.
- Account receivable: Account receivables have been increasing year-over-year, which
may indicate that the company is extending more credit to its customers. While this
can drive sales, it also carries the risk of delayed payments.
- Inventories: Inventory has also increased over the years, indicating a potential
expansion in production or sales. Companies should be cautious about holding too
much inventory, as it ties up capital.
- Other current assets: Other current assets increased over the years, reflecting
increased prepaid expenses and other receivables.
- Total current assets: Total current assets have been growing, which is a positive sign
as it suggests that the company's short-term liquidity position is strengthening.
- Plant and equipment(net): Plant and equipment (net) appear to be stable over the
years. This might suggest that the company has not significantly expanded its physical
assets during this period.
- Goodwill and other assets: Account payable and accruals have been increasing,
indicating higher short-term obligations. This could be due to increased purchases,
expenses, or other liabilities.
- Total assets: The total assets have been steadily increasing over the years, from 4,820
billion in 2020 to 5,950 billion in 2021 and 6,139 billion in 2022. This indicates a
positive growth trend in the company's asset base.
In summary, the company's financial health seems stable with growing equity. However,
the increase in short-term and long-term liabilities, along with a decrease in additional paid-in
capital, should be analyzed further to understand the reasons behind these trends and assess
the company's ability to manage its financial obligations. Additionally, more data on
Goodwill and Other Assets is needed for a complete evaluation
Income statement
16. Current CIT cost 67,125,174,282 2.02% 70,957,267,857 2.79% 48,939,214,061 2.31%
- Net Sales: Net sales have grown significantly over the three-year period, increasing
by 56.9% from 2020 to 2022. This substantial growth can be attributed to increased
sales volume or higher selling prices.
- Cost of Goods Sold (COGS): The cost of goods sold has also increased but at a slower
rate compared to net sales. It grew by 47.7% from 2020 to 2022. This suggests that
the company has been able to manage its production costs effectively, resulting in a
better gross profit margin.
- Selling and Administrative Expenses: Selling and administrative expenses have seen
significant growth, rising by 49.8% from 2020 to 2022. This could be due to increased
marketing and administrative activities to support the company's growth.
- Earnings before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA): EBITDA
increased by 50.5% from 2020 to 2022. This indicates that the company's operational
profitability has improved over the years.
- Depreciation: Depreciation increased by 52.3% over the same period. This could be
attributed to the company's investment in fixed assets, such as machinery and
equipment.
- Earnings before Interest and Taxes (EBIT): EBIT showed significant growth,
increasing by 76.6% from 2020 to 2022. This is a positive sign, as it reflects the
company's ability to generate higher profits before considering interest and taxes.
- Taxes: Tax expenses increased by 57.6% from 2020 to 2022. This is in line with the
growth in EBIT and is a reflection of the company's tax obligations.
- Net Income: Net income also saw substantial growth, increasing by 74.9% over the
three-year period. This indicates that the company has been successful in translating
its operational profits into bottom-line earnings.
In conclusion, the company has shown strong financial performance over the years, with
significant growth in net sales, profitability, and EBITDA. The ability to effectively manage
costs and increase operational profitability is a positive sign. However, the company should
consider its dividend policy and potential reinvestment to support its continued growth.
b. Ratios analysis
Liquidity Ratios:
Current Ratio improved from 0.93 in 2020 to 1.08 in 2021 and further to 1.48 in 2022. This
indicates that the company's short-term liquidity and ability to cover its current liabilities has
significantly strengthened over the years. Similar to the current ratio, the quick ratio has also
improved, indicating better short-term financial health.
Efficiency Ratios:
● Inventory turnover has decreased from 3.51 in 2020 to 3.00 in 2021 and further to
2.20 in 2022. This may indicate that the company is holding inventory for a longer
time, which could lead to increased carrying costs.
● This ratio has steadily improved over the years, indicating that the company is
collecting accounts receivable more efficiently.
● The company's efficiency in using its assets to generate revenue has improved, with a
higher total asset turnover in 2022 compared to 2020 and 2021.
● Similar to the total asset turnover, the efficiency of using fixed assets to generate
revenue has also improved.
Leverage Ratios:
● The company has managed to reduce its total debt ratio over the years, indicating a
decreasing reliance on debt to finance its operations.
● The debt-to-equity ratio has also decreased, which is a positive sign, as it indicates
lower financial leverage and less financial risk.
● The equity multiplier has decreased over the years, which indicates that equity is
playing a larger role in financing the company's assets.
● The company's ability to cover interest expenses has improved, with a higher times
interest earned ratio in 2022.
● The company's ability to cover its interest expenses with cash has improved over the
years.
Profitability Ratios:
● The gross profit margin decreased from 2021 but increased from 2020, indicating a
fluctuating trend.
● While there was a decrease from 2021, the operating profit margin in 2022 is still
higher than in 2020.
● The net profit margin increased from 2020 to 2021, and then decreased in 2022.
● The return on assets improved steadily over the years, indicating more effective use of
assets to generate profit.
● The return on equity has shown a similar trend to ROA, increasing over the years,
which suggests that the company is generating a higher return for its shareholders.
Market-Value Indicators:
● A lower P/E ratio in 2022 suggests that the company's stock may be relatively
undervalued compared to previous years.
● Earnings per share decreased from 2021 but increased from 2020.
● The market-to-book ratio increased from 2020, indicating that investors may be
willing to pay a higher premium for the company's assets.
In summary, the company has improved its liquidity, efficiency, and profitability over the
years. The reduction in debt and improved coverage ratios demonstrate a healthier financial
position. However, the company's profitability and market value indicators have fluctuated.
These statistics provide valuable insights into the company's financial performance and can
be used to make informed decisions and identify areas for improvement.
c. Dupont analysis.
1. Year 2020
Dupont analysis = Net profit margin x Asset turnover x Equity multiplier
= 9.21% x 0.44 x 3.41
= 0.1382
⇒ ROE = 0.1382 x 100 = 13.8%
2. Year 2021
Dupont analysis = Net profit margin x Asset turnover x Equity multiplier
= 13.43% x 0.43 x 3.3
= 0.1906
⇒ ROE = 0.1906 x 100 = 19.06%
3. Year 2022
Dupont analysis = Net profit margin x Asset turnover x Equity multiplier
= 11.55% x 0.54 x 2.78
= 0.1734
⇒ ROE = 0.1734 x 100 = 17.34%
Trend Analysis:
The ROE increased from 13.8% in 2020 to 19.06% in 2021, representing a significant
improvement in profitability and efficiency.
In 2022, the ROE decreased to 17.34%, which is slightly lower than the 2021 figure
but still higher than the 2020 value.
Factors that Drive ROE:
The DuPont analysis breaks down ROE into three components: Net Profit Margin, Asset
Turnover, and Equity Multiplier. Understanding these components can help identify the main
factors driving ROE for the company over the years:
Net Profit Margin: This represents the company's profitability. An increase in net
profit margin indicates improved profitability. In 2021, the higher net profit margin
contributed to the significant increase in ROE.
Asset Turnover: This measures the company's efficiency in utilizing its assets to
generate revenue. A higher asset turnover means the company is generating more
revenue with the same level of assets.
Equity Multiplier: This represents the financial leverage used by the company. A
higher equity multiplier means the company is using more debt to finance its
operations. Changes in this multiplier can impact ROE.
In summary, the improvement in ROE from 2020 to 2021 was primarily due to increased
profitability and asset turnover. The decrease in ROE in 2022 was likely influenced by a
slightly lower net profit margin and equity multiplier.
Over the past 3 years, DPG's net cash flow from operating activities has fluctuated quite
strongly. Of which, 2021 was the highest recorded. The factors that have the biggest impact
on cash flow from DPG's business activities are pre-tax profits, adjustments to receivables,
inventory and payables.
2. Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities
a. Year 2020:
- In 2020, there are only two amounts of money that have the biggest impact on cash
flow from DPG's investment activities. First is money spent on purchasing and
constructing fixed assets and other assets. DPG only spent an additional 46 billion
VND to buy long-term and fixed assets. In addition, the loan interest income,
dividends and distributed profits bring a positive cash flow that positively affects the
company's investment activities of VND 27 billion.
- Thus, net cash flow from investment activities of DPG was recorded as
-19,566,360,405 VND.
b . Year 2021
- In 2021, cash flow from DPG's investment activities has changed extremely strongly.
First, the company spent more money to purchase and construct fixed assets, up to
307 billion VND, much more than in 2020 when it only recorded 46 billion VND.
- In addition, the change in loan payments and purchases of debt instruments of other
units is also larger, reaching 587 billion VND, bringing negative cash flow for
investment activities. The amount of loan recovery and resale of other units' loan tools
recovered by DPG also increased significantly to VND 229 billion.
- Thus, net cash flow from investing activities is -615,734,485,964 VND.
c. Year 2022
- In 2022, DPG has reduced spending to purchase and construct fixed assets compared
to 2021 when it was only 241 billion VND. Besides, DPG has also reduced the
amount of money spent on lending and buying debt instruments of other units
compared to 2020, so it was only 170 billion VND.
- Thus, net cash flow from investing activities is -80,817,770,195 in 2022.
Likewise, similar to net cash flow from operating activities, DPF’s net cash flow from
investing activities has fluctuated strongly. Of which, 2021 was the highest recorded. By
investing significant amounts of money on fixed assets, other long term assets and purchasing
debt instruments of other units by its own money from operating activities, This shows that
DPG has more and more potential to develop in the future.
Overall, the DPG company appears to be financially healthy, as it exhibits effective operating
productivity, a commitment to long-term growth, and a prudent approach to managing its
cash flow. These are all positive indicators of a well-operated and financially stable company.
III. Conclusion
1. Summary
Based on the analysis of Dat Phuong Group's financial reports from 2020 to 2022, several
positive aspects can be observed in the company's asset management. These factors
contribute to the company's robust financial capabilities. Notably, there is a consistent and
stable growth in total assets over this period, and a significant portion of these assets are
allocated to short-term holdings, indicating a preference for highly liquid financial
instruments. The expansion of fixed assets within the company follows a structured
manufacturing-oriented business model, bolstering the organization's financial stability and
underpinning its strong financial foundation.
However, to ensure sustainable growth and secure future profitability, Dat Phuong Group
must adopt a long-term strategy for effective capital utilization. This involves striking a
balance between equity and debt capital to mitigate risks inherent in financing. Efficient
management of fixed assets is crucial for profitability, necessitating optimization of
production and business processes, increased asset utilization, and investments in modern,
high-efficiency assets.
Moreover, the company should prioritize innovation, continuously striving to create new
products and services that align with market demands. This can be achieved through
investments in research and development while fostering an environment that fosters
innovation. Expanding into potential markets and fortifying the brand and reputation on the
international stage are also integral to future success.
Looking ahead, Dat Phuong Group is poised for growth in its core sectors, including
construction, real estate, and energy. The potential to expand into foreign markets offers
promising opportunities to strengthen the company's standing in the industry. The financial
indicators suggest positive trends in liquidity and debt management, though a keen focus on
reducing inventory ratios and enhancing inventory management is crucial to prevent
unnecessary asset losses. Maintaining or enhancing profitability is essential to ensure
long-term sustainability and attract further investments.
In summary, Dat Phuong Group's growth prospects are considerable, provided it diligently
adheres to prudent financial practices, asset management, innovation, and international
expansion strategies. This comprehensive approach will position the company favorably for
long-term success in its chosen fields of operation.