Thursday, 16 September 2004

Reasons for Over Trading

Overtrading
Over trading is a situation where there is Sharpe increase in sales

Reasons for over trading
The overtrading may represent the real growth in business which is accordingly reflected in the sales increase in revenue.The overtrading may result due to flexible or more generous credit policy or allowing higher discount to the customer.

Indications of Over trading

The following are common indication of over trading
  • Sharpe increase in receivables
  • Sharp increase in stock levels
  • Share increase in Sales/Revenue
Risks of Overtrading

  • Enough funds not available to support operations
  • Over utilization of fixed assets
  • Bad debts
  • Over reliance on short tem financing
  • Sufficient funds stuck up in high level of stock

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