Financial Accounting - Starbucks Case
Financial Accounting - Starbucks Case
Financial Accounting - Starbucks Case
Compare the net cash flow from operating in the recent years and see whether there is
significant change or great variation of the company’s net operating cash flow. If there is,
please find the possible reasons that cause this change.
• 2022: Net cash provided by operating activities = $4,397.3 million
• 2021: Net cash provided by operating activities = $5,989.1 million
• 2020: Net cash provided by operating activities = $1,597.8 million
Analysis:
1. 2021 to 2022:
• There's a decrease in net cash provided by operating activities from $5,989.1 million in
2021 to $4,397.3 million in 2022.
• Possible Reasons:
Decrease in Net Earnings: Given the decline in net earnings from $4,199.3 million to $3,281.6
million, reduced profitability could be a primary factor.
Changes in Working Capital: Variations in accounts receivable, inventories, and other operating
assets and liabilities might have contributed to the change.
2. 2020 to 2021:
• There was a substantial increase in net cash provided by operating activities from $1,597.8
million in 2020 to $5,989.1 million in 2021.
• Possible Reasons:
Recovery from Pandemic: The year 2020 was heavily impacted by the global pandemic, and
2021 might have seen a recovery in sales and operational activities.
Cost Management: Starbucks might have implemented cost-cutting measures or operational
efficiencies.
Additional Considerations:
• Investing and Financing Activities: Changes in investing and financing activities could
also influence the overall cash flow. For instance, increased capital expenditures or debt
repayments could impact the cash flow from operating activities.
• Industry and Economic Factors: External factors such as changes in consumer behavior,
economic conditions, and industry trends could play a role in the variations.
• Management Commentary: Reviewing Starbucks' management commentary, annual
reports, and conference call transcripts could provide insights into specific factors
influencing cash flow changes.
• Future Outlook: Forward-looking statements and guidance from Starbucks about their
expectations for the future may shed light on the company's anticipated financial
performance.
Calculate key financial ratios and comment on the fundamentals of the company.
Profitability Ratios
The net profit margin has decreased from 14.45% in 2021 to 10.16% in 2022. This indicates that
Starbucks' profitability has declined, which could be due to factors such as increased expenses or
decreased revenue.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
Formula: (Net Income / Average Total Assets) * 100
2022: Average Total Assets = (Total Assets in 2022 + Total Assets in 2021) / 2
27,978.4 + 31,392.6
Average Total Assets = = 29,685.5
2
𝟑,𝟐𝟖𝟏.𝟔
ROA= 𝟐𝟗,𝟔𝟖𝟓.𝟓 × 𝟏𝟎𝟎 = 11.05%
A Return on Assets (ROA) of 11.05% for Starbucks in 2022 indicates that the company generated
a positive return on its assets during that period. This suggests that Starbucks was able to
effectively utilize its assets to generate profits.
3. Return on Equity (ROE):
Formula: (Net Income / Average Shareholders' Equity) * 100
Average Shareholders' Equity = (Shareholders' Equity in 2022 + Shareholders' Equity in 2021) / 2
(8,698.7) + (5,314.5)
2022: Average Shareholders' Equity = = (7,006.6)
2
𝟑,𝟐𝟖𝟏.𝟔
ROE = (𝟕𝟎𝟎𝟔.𝟔) × 𝟏𝟎𝟎 = (46.84)%
(5,314.5) +(7,799.4)
2021: Average Shareholders’ Equity = = (6556.95)
2
𝟒,𝟏𝟗𝟗.𝟑
ROE = (𝟔𝟓𝟓𝟔.𝟗𝟓) × 𝟏𝟎𝟎 = (64.04)%
Starbucks has a positive net income, it means that its revenues exceed its expenses, resulting in a
profit. However, the shareholders' equity is negative, it suggests that the company's liabilities
exceed its assets, resulting in a negative book value for shareholders' equity.
A negative Return on Equity (ROE) indicates that Starbucks is generating losses relative to
shareholders' equity. An increase in negative ROE from -64.04% to -46.84% suggests that the
company's performance has improved slightly, but it is still generating substantial losses. It was
due to factors such as declining incomes (from $4,199.3 million in 2021 to $3,281.6 million in
2022), increased expenses (from $24,573.8 million in 2021 to $27,866.6 in 2022), or poor
management of assets and liabilities. When a company consistently reports negative ROE, it raises
concerns about its financial health and sustainability.
Liquidity Ratios
1. Current Ratio:
Formula: Current Assets / Current Liabilities
7,018.7
2022: 9,151.8 = 0.77
9,756.4
2021: = 1.20
8,151.4
The current ratio has decreased from 1.20 in 2021 to 0.77 in 2022, indicating that Starbucks may
be facing liquidity issues and may have difficulty in meeting its short-term obligations.
Solvency Ratios:
1. Interest Coverage Ratio:
Formula: Operating Income / Interest Expense
4,617.8
2022: = 9.56
482.9
4,872.1
2021: = 10.37
469.8
1,561.7
2020: = 3.57
437
The interest coverage ratio has remained relatively stable over 2021 and 2022, indicating that
Starbucks has a relatively strong ability to cover its interest expenses with its operating income. In
2020, the interest coverage ratio was 3.57, which was significantly lower than the subsequent
years. This suggests that the company had a lower ability to cover its interest expenses in that year
which is explainable because 2020 was the first year of the global pandemic leading to lower
operating income.
2. Debt to Equity Ratio:
Formula: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity
13,119.9+ 1,749.0
2022: Debt to Equity Ratio = = 1.71
8,698.7
13,616.9+998.9
2021: Debt to Equity Ratio = = 2.75
5,314.5
Debt to Equity Ratio has decreased from 2.75 in 2021 to 1.71 in 2022. This indicates a reduction
in the company's reliance on debt financing and a relatively stronger equity position.
Based on the information you got from the financial report, and combine with the
development of the macroeconomy and the industry, if you are CEO of the company, what
would you do to create value to your shareholders in the future 3 to 5 years? Why?
Considering the historical trend and the current P/E ratio, some investors may view Starbucks as
potentially undervalued.
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