Financial Efficiency

Capital Turnover (Asset Turnover)
Capital Turnover, also known as Asset Turnover, measures the efficiency of a company in using its assets to generate sales revenue. A higher ratio indicates better utilization of assets in generating sales.
Financial Services Action Plan (FSAP)
The Financial Services Action Plan (FSAP) is a comprehensive strategy designed by the European Union to enhance the integration, efficiency, and competitiveness of financial markets within the EU.
Gross Profit Margin
Gross Profit Margin is a financial metric used to assess a company's financial health and its efficiency in generating profit from revenue. It represents the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold (COGS).
Overcapitalization
Overcapitalization arises when a company has more capital than it can efficiently use in its operations, often leading to financial inefficiencies such as excessive interest charges or diluted dividends.
Rate of Turnover (Turnover Ratio)
The rate of turnover, also known as the turnover ratio, depicts how frequently some part of the assets of an organization is turned over (i.e., replaced by others of the same class) within a specified period, typically a year.
Value for Money Audit (VFM Audit)
A value for money audit (VFM audit) is an audit of a government department, charity, or other non-profit organization to assess whether it is functioning efficiently and delivering value for the money it spends.

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