(a(i))[4]
Calculate the earnings per share for both companies from the data given.
(a(ii))[4]
Calculate the price earnings ratio for both companies using the figures provided.
(a(iii))[4]
Calculate the dividend yield for both companies from the given data.
(a(iv))[4]
Calculate the dividend cover for both companies from the information given.
(b)[8]
Evaluate how each company performs by using every ratio you calculated in part (a).
(c(i))[2]
Explain what you understand by gearing in this context.
(c(ii))[2]
Calculate the gearing ratio for both companies, giving your answer to two decimal places.
(c(iii))[5]
Analyse how the gearing ratios of LM plc and AB plc compare.
(d)[4]
Advise James which company he should invest in, giving reasons for your answer.