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 primary role of different share types in a company's capital structure?

3. How do debentures differ from or are similar to other debt instruments?

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Trade Credit — function?

Provides liquidity and encourages sales.

Equity Share — rights?

Ownership, voting, residual profits.

Debenture — type?

Long-term debt instrument, fixed interest.

Trade Credit — function?

Provides short-term liquidity, encourages sales.

Equity Share — role?

Ownership, voting rights, profits claim.

Preference Share — advantage?

Pref dividend, assets during liquidation.

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