COMPANY NAME : GENUINE PARTS CO.

1) It must first introduce the company, including its age, the evolution to its present nature of

business, and other relevant facts

[2] Next, calculate at least THREE ratios from each category of the companys (a) profitability

ratios, (b) asset efficiency ratios, (c) liquidity ratios, and (d) financial leverage ratios from 2016 to 2020. Make sure to show all working calculations. From each financial ratio category, choose ONE ratio that u have used and discuss it i) average ratio, (ii) overall (5-year) change in the

ratio, (iii) yearly ratio variability, and (iv) ratio trend (state if there is no trend) over the 5-year period. For these, the financial statement data would be the primary source of data. Other relevant sources can also be used. This second part should not exceed two pages.

[3] Finally, explain briefly the financial performance of the company. This final part should not exceed ten lines.