Assignment Specifications

Use the statement given below to complete the requirements of this assessment.

Each sector of the business world has its own set of demands and challenges. Some of these challenges span sectors and industries and are common among different companies and organizations. All businesses strive to maintain top-quality relationships with their customer base, to keep their brands relevant and to keep their employees happy. Facing and overcoming any obstacles that arise is what sets a good business apart from its competitors. ***Look closely at the stock market listing in Fiji (SPX). Select any 2 listed companies from there and do a comparative analysis based on the following by using at least 3 or more years of data (2021 to be the latest) for your trend analysis:

***Look closely at the stock market listing in Fiji (SPX). Select any 2 listed companies from there and do a comparative analysis based on the following by using at least 3 or more years of data (2021 to be the latest) for your trend analysis:

a) Argue systematically either supporting or rejecting the point of view (statement given above) by presenting your evidence based on literature and case examples. (This should form the introduction, background, and literature review of the assignment)

. b) For the chosen companies, analyze the contemporary issues being based by them in the modern era of business.

c) Identify some of the risk that the firms face and explain on the strategies that they use to mitigate the risks as part of their risk management effort.

d) Examine the operational and financial performance of the selected companies Pre COVID, during COVID and in the new normal. (Graphical representation is required)

. e) Critique on the chosen organizations Corporate Governance Structure and state whether the corporate governance is weak, good or surpasses the set benchmark.

f) For the chosen companies, discuss the relationship between corporate governance and corporate finance in theory and practice in the Fijis business environment context.

g) Analyze the significance of having good customer service on the branding and image of the business. h) Critically evaluate how the companies promote ethical and responsible decision-making to support the people and the environment.

The Assignment must be presented as a formal piece of work using the following structure: Introduction Background Literature Review Findings and Analysis [Parts (b) to (h)] Recommendation Conclusion References Appendix