Question 1 - 1500 words
Select one of the following entities; Google, Yahoo, DropBox or Amazon. Briefly, describe the entity's underlying business model. Construct a valuation model to determine the entity's intrinsic value.
Question Explanatory note - Possible approaches for the analysis of the entity's underlying business model include Balanced Scorecard style approaches and SWOT analysis (please note that a number of approaches exist beyond these well-known approaches, that may be employed). Possible approaches to the firm valuation include Discounted Cash Flow Analysis, Dividend Discount Models, Earnings models and Regressive models. Please note that not all the noted entities are trading entities but that does not prevent their valuation. Where earnings data is available it can be included in the chosen valuation model. Where earnings data is not available students can use various estimation approaches to determine the value of the entity. Where quantitative methods are employed in the valuation, an Excel (.xls or .xlsx format) spreadsheet detailing the model, and showing the calculations completed should accompany the report. Remember to clearly articulate your assumptions, and comment on the limitations of your analysis and valuation model.
Question 2 - I have you selected option 5th option, 1500 words
Groups must select one of the following options, and respond Option 1 - Compare and contrast the performance of the ASX 200 with the LIV EX Index 50 or the LIV EX 100. What are some of the different attributes of each asset class? Discuss the relative performance of each asset class.
Option 2 - Analyse the price movements of domestic property markets, focusing on residential property over the last 10 years. Respond to the claim that the market is a speculative asset bubble.
Option 3 - Compare the operating earnings of Google with those of Facebook over the last five years, ending FY 2014/2015. What are the observable trends?
Option 4 - Analyse and discuss the major financial services certifications that are considered pre eminent within the Asia Pacific region. Discuss the suitability of the certifications for finance professionals within the following vocational areas Financial Analyst, Banking, Investment Analysis, Brokerage, Financial Risk Management and Financial Planning.
Option 5 - Analyse the performance of crowd funding as a policy within New Zealand. Discuss some of the trends (business models, quantum of funds, frequency of fundraising success) for firms raising funds.
Option 6 - Discuss and conjecture the potential of crowd funding as a policy within India. Discuss some of the trends (business models, quantum of funds, frequency of fundraising success) for firms raising funds.
Option 7 - Analyse the performance of crowd funding as a policy within the United States. Discuss some of the trends (business models, quantum of funds, frequency of fundraising success) for firms raising funds.
Option 8 - It is frequently the case that commentators refer to the Australian currency as a commodity currency. Consider this statement in light of the association between commodity prices and the AUD/USD pairing.
Option 9 - Self managed superannuation is becoming a popular choice for many Australians wanting to take control of their superannuation. What are some of the key drivers behind this trends. Analyse the data in relation to models of superannuation and fund choice, and discuss any observable trends. Option 10 - Consider the role of credit rating agencies such as Standard and Poors and Fitch. Analyse the ratings of the Australian state government securities issuances, what are some of the noticeable recent trends?
Option 11 - Cryptographic currency remains largely unregulated. Consider some of the regulatory responses enacted by nations that have seemed the currency unlawful. What are some of the observable trends in the value of the popular crypto currencies such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin.
Option 12 - Cryptographic currency remains largely unregulated. Discuss how crypto currencies function. What are some of the observable trends in the value of the popular crypto currencies such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin.