An optimal capital structure will maximize the value of your business with the lowest cost of capital. This reduces your risk ...

Capital structure theories seek to explain why businesses choose different mixes of debt and equity to finance their operations. Banking firms represent a special case because of certain unique ...

Companies use financial statements to track and monitor their financial and operational performance and health. The balance sheet provides a snapshot of what a company owns and owes at a specific ...

The article below is reprinted with permission from The Capital Issue, a quarterly newsletter published by Lancaster Pollard. In today’s low interest-rate environment, debt financing should be top of ...

What is a Risk-Adjusted Capital Ratio? a ratio used to measure a financial institution's ability to continue functioning in unfavorable events such as an economic recession. The credit rating agency ...

Nexstar strengthening its liquidity and capital structure ratios is a good strategic move. A Dupont analysis showcases a better trend of profitability for potential investors. A weakening cash ...

Daniel Liberto is a journalist with over 10 years of experience working with publications such as the Financial Times, The Independent, and Investors Chronicle. Daniel Rathburn is an editor at ...