Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

14. Financial Statement Analysis

Ratios: Price-Earnings Ratio (PE Ratio)

Financial Accounting

14. Financial Statement Analysis

Ratios: Price-Earnings Ratio (PE Ratio)

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Multiple Choice

A benchmark Price-Earnings (PE) ratio can be determined using:

The company's total assets divided by its total liabilities

The average PE ratios of comparable companies in the same industry

The company's historical dividend payout ratio

The market value of equity minus book value of equity

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Understand the concept of Price-Earnings (PE) ratio: The PE ratio is a valuation metric that compares a company's current share price to its earnings per share (EPS). It is often used to assess whether a stock is overvalued or undervalued relative to its earnings.

Recognize the purpose of a benchmark PE ratio: A benchmark PE ratio is used as a reference point to evaluate a company's PE ratio. It helps investors compare the company's valuation to industry standards or similar companies.

Identify the correct method for determining a benchmark PE ratio: The average PE ratios of comparable companies in the same industry is the most appropriate method. This approach ensures that the benchmark reflects industry-specific factors and market conditions.

Eliminate incorrect options: The company's total assets divided by its total liabilities, historical dividend payout ratio, and market value of equity minus book value of equity are not directly related to determining a benchmark PE ratio. These metrics serve other financial analysis purposes.

Apply the benchmark PE ratio: Once the average PE ratios of comparable companies are determined, use this benchmark to compare the company's PE ratio and assess its valuation relative to industry peers.