Fundamentals of Corporate Securities and Finance

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Course Outline

  1. Trade Credit & Function
  2. Equity & Share Types
  3. Debenture & Debt Instruments
  4. Euro Issue & International Finance
  5. Preference Share & Rights
  6. NSDL & Technology Infrastructure
  7. Corporate Finance & Sources
  8. Share Issue & Procedures
  9. Debenture Issue & Regulations
  10. Depository System & Operations

1. Trade Credit & Function

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Trade Credit: A short-term financing arrangement where suppliers allow buyers to purchase goods or services on credit, deferring payment to a later date.
  • Credit Period: The duration allowed by the supplier for the buyer to settle the payment after receiving goods or services.
  • Trade Credit Terms: Conditions set by suppliers, including credit period, discounts for early payment, and penalties for late payment.
  • Trade Credit as a Source of Finance: An informal, cost-effective method of financing working capital needs without involving external borrowing.
  • Function of Trade Credit: Facilitates smooth business operations by providing liquidity, encouraging sales, and strengthening supplier-buyer relationships.

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1. What is trade credit primarily considered as in business operations?

2. What is the typical range of the credit period allowed in trade credit agreements?

3. What is the primary role of different share types in a company's capital structure?

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Trade Credit — function?

Provides liquidity and encourages sales.

Trade Credit — function?

Provides short-term liquidity, encourages sales.

Equity Share — rights?

Ownership, voting, residual profits.

Equity Share — role?

Ownership, voting rights, profits claim.

Debenture — type?

Long-term debt instrument, fixed interest.

Preference Share — advantage?

Pref dividend, assets during liquidation.

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