2 - Influences Flashcards
(6 cards)
What are the main influences on finance?
Internal sources, External debt, External equity, Financial institutions, government, global market
Two types of internal sources
Retained profits and owner’s equity
Difference between debt and equity financing?
Debt = borrowed money (Must be repaid)
Equity = selling ownership (no repayment)
6 financial institutions that influence finance
Banks, unit trusts, finance companies, superannuation funds, ASX, investment banks, life insurance
ASIC’s role
Regulates corporate behaviour, enforces company law
How does global market influence financial decisions
Not in exam
Interest rate fluctuations, exchange rates, and global availability of funds affect borrowing and investing.