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AIWMI CCRA-L2 Exam - Topic 1 Question 94 Discussion

Posted by Bernadine on Aug 03, 2024 at 01:45 PM

''Following four entities operate in the Indian IT and BPO space. They all are into same segment of providing off-shore analytical services. They all operate on the labour cost-arbitrage in India and the countries of their clients. Following information pertains for the year ended March 31, 2013.

The year FY13, was typically a good year for Indian IT companies. For FY14, the economic analysts have given following predictions about the IT Industry:

A) It is expected that INR will appreciate sharply against other USD.

B) Given high inflation and attrition in IT Industry in India, the wages of IT sector employees will increase more sharply than Inflation and general wage rise in country.

C) US Congress will be passing a bill which restricts the outsourcing to third world countries like Indi

a. While analyzing the four entities, you come across following findings related to Glowing:

Glowing is promoted by Mr.M R Bhutta, who has earlier promoted two other business ventures, He started with ABC Entertainment Ltd in 1996 and was promoter and MD of the company. ABC was a listed entity and its share price had sharp movements at the time of stock market scam in late 1990s. In 1999, Mr.Bhutta sold his entire stake and resigned from the post of MD. The stock price declined by about 90% in coming days and has never recovered. Later on in 2003, Mr. Bhutta again promoted a new business, Klear Publications Ltd (KCL) an in the business of magazine publication. The entity had come out with a successful IPO and raised money from public. Thereafter it ran into troubles and reported losses. In 2009, Mr. Bhutta went on to exit this business as well by selling stake to other promoter(s). There have been reports in both instances with allegations that promoters have siphoned off money from listed entities to other group entities, however, nothing has been proved in any court.''

What will be impact of on the predictions A and B of the economic analysts, on companies:

Suggested Answer: B

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35 comments · newest first
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Lavonda 11 months ago
With Bhutta's track record, I wouldn't trust Glowing's future at all.
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Mabel 11 months ago
I think Handsome might actually benefit from this situation.
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Ruthann 12 months ago
Wait, are they really expecting INR to appreciate that much?
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Willard 12 months ago
I agree, the predictions don’t look good for them.
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Bettina 1 year ago
Sounds like a tough year ahead for Glowing.
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Felix 1 year ago
I’m a bit confused about how the restrictions on outsourcing might play into this. Would it really affect Glowing's sales that much?
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James 1 year ago
This question reminds me of a similar practice question we did on the impact of currency fluctuations. I feel like I lean towards option A.
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Mitzie 1 year ago
I think the predictions about wage increases could lead to squeezed margins, especially for Glowing, but I need to double-check that.
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Nan 1 year ago
I remember discussing how currency appreciation could affect sales, but I'm not sure if it would be significant for both companies.
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Fausto 1 year ago
This question seems tricky, with a lot of background information to sift through. I'll focus on the key economic predictions and try to logically deduce the impact on the companies' financial performance, rather than getting bogged down in the details about the companies' histories.
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Audrie 1 year ago
Okay, let's break this down step-by-step. First, we need to understand how the economic predictions (INR appreciation and higher wages) will affect the companies' operations. Then we can assess the impact on their sales and margins. I'll make sure to consider the unique situation of each company.
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Lon 1 year ago
Hmm, there's a lot of details here about the companies and the economic predictions. I'm not sure how to connect all the dots and determine the impact on the companies' sales and margins. I'll need to read through this carefully a few times.
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Kristine 1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward question on the impact of economic predictions on the IT companies. I'll carefully analyze the information provided and select the most appropriate option.
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Eloisa 1 year ago
I think the key here is to avoid over-complicating things. Option C of adding controls and metrics individually until they're all implemented seems like it could get messy. I'm leaning more towards A or B.
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Chandra 1 year ago
I think it's a left-tail test if we're looking for a decrease, but I'm not completely sure about the details.
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Chandra 1 year ago
I'm pretty sure this is about comparing to the best performers. So I'd pick D - facilities with superior performance.
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Rosann 2 years ago
Glowing's financials are about as clear as mud. Looks like they need to hire an accountant who can actually see the numbers.
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Stevie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Rosann
Maybe they should consider hiring a reputable accountant to sort things out.
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Staci 1 year ago
↳ replying to Rosann
I agree, it seems like there might be some shady stuff going on.
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Alexis 1 year ago
↳ replying to Rosann
They definitely need some help with their financials.
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Kanisha 2 years ago
I wonder if Glowing's promoter has a secret side-gig as a magician, because that's the only way those financial numbers can make sense.
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Kendra 2 years ago
Wait, did they just say the US Congress is passing a bill to restrict outsourcing? Looks like Handsome and Glowing are about to have a bad day.
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Jenifer 1 year ago
↳ replying to Kendra
Let's see how they navigate through this tough situation.
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Keshia 1 year ago
↳ replying to Kendra
It's definitely going to be a challenging time for Handsome and Glowing.
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Carlene 1 year ago
↳ replying to Kendra
I wonder how they will handle the impact on their sales and margins.
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Keith 2 years ago
↳ replying to Kendra
I know, that bill could really affect their business.
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Beatriz 2 years ago
Glowing's margins are going to get squeezed harder than a toothpaste tube. Time to invest in a stress ball.
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Dianne 2 years ago
I believe Handsome will also be affected, but Glowing seems to be in a tougher spot.
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Elly 2 years ago
I agree with you, Desmond. Glowing might face a decline in sales and squeezed margins.
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Desmond 2 years ago
I think the impact of predictions A and B on Glowing will be negative.
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Oren 2 years ago
Hmm, looks like Glowing's promoter has a shady past. Bet he's cooking the books again.
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Sherell 1 year ago
↳ replying to Oren
It's hard to say, but it doesn't look good for them.
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Sherill 2 years ago
↳ replying to Oren
I wonder how that will impact their sales and margins.
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Victor 2 years ago
↳ replying to Oren
Yeah, it's definitely a red flag.
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Matthew 2 years ago
↳ replying to Oren
I wouldn't trust Glowing with that kind of history.
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