Construct/compute the following for Sony's company and its top 3 competitors. Please show your work.

• The following Financial Ratios
  • Current Ratio
  • Debt to Total Assets
  • Gross Profit Margin
  • Net Profit Margin
  • Return on Assets

Explain the significant differences that you see which can be a competitive advantage, possible weakness, or a potential opportunity. So often recommendations are made without regard to the financial position of the company and that of its competitors. Imagine recommending full-term research and new product rollout for a company that has current liquidity problems and is struggling with long-term debt payments. Knowing the financial strength of the company and its competitors is an essential knowledge point for what strategists can and will recommend moving forward.