CA Final November 2023 Suggested Answers Paper 2 Strategic Financial Management (Old Scheme)

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Paper 2 Strategic Financial Management (Old Scheme) November 2023

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Question No.1 is compulsory.

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(a) On August 1, 2023, an investor has a portfolio consisting of 5 securities as shown below:

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A 60.00 450 0.87
B 320.00 850 1.31
C 640.00 200 0.94
D 130.00 500 0.66
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The cost of capital for the investor is 20% p.a. compounded. The current NIFTY value is

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19,500. NIFTY futures are available with expiry for 3 months (Oct-23) and 4 months
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(i) The beta of his portfolio; g
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(ii) Theoretical value of Futures contract for contracts expiring in Oct. and Nov.
(Given e 0.05 = 1.05127, e0.06=1.06184, e0.07=1.07251)
(iii) The number of contracts the NIFTY the investor needs to sell to get a full hedge
until November for his portfolio.
(iv) The number of future contracts the investor should trade if he desires to reduce the
beta of his portfolio to 0.25. (8 Marks)

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Beta 1 Expected Actual Beta 2 Expected Actual
Value in % Value in Value in % Value in
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Small Cap 20% 1.20 6.70 6.70 0.80 10.00 10.50

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Medium Cap 30% 1.75 4.50 6.00 0.90 7.00 8.00
Large Cap 15% 1.30 6.75 8.00 1.165 9.00 10.00
Flexi Cap 35% 1.70 7.00 6.50 0.85 8.85 9.75

Risk Free Rate of Interest is 7.50%.
Round off to 2 decimal.
You are required to calculate:
(i) Expected return on the market index for both the factors.
(ii) Expected return on the market index under Arbitrage Pricing Theory (Existing
Scenario).
(iii) Expected return on the market index under Arbitrage Pricing Theory if the
composition of the Portfolio is changed to 25% equally in all four categories.
(iv) Which alternative (Existing or Changed) will be more profitable? (8 Marks)
(c) "Lack of existence of a well-developed debt market in India, is an obstacle that hinders
the growth of the Secondary Market of securitized or asset backed Securities". Is it true?
What are the other problems in Securitization Process? (Any three) (4 Marks)
Answer
(a) (i) Calculation of Portfolio Beta
Security Price of No. of Value Weightage wi BetaΒi Weighted
the Stock shares Beta
A 60.00 450 27,000 0.0346 0.87 0.0301
B 320.00 850 2,72,000 0.3488 1.31 0.4569
C 640.00 200 1,28,000 0.1641 0.94 0.1543
D 130.00 500 65,000 0.0833 0.66 0.0550
E 480.00 600 2,88,000 0.3692 1.50 0.5538
7,80,000 1.2501
Portfolio Beta = 1.25
(ii) Calculation of Theoretical Value of Future Contracts
Cost of Capital = 20% p.a.
(1) For October contract, t = 3/12 = 0.25
Further F = Sert
F = ` 19,500e(0.20)(0.25)
F = ` 19,500e0.05

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F = ` 19,500 X 1.05127 = ` 20,499.77
(2) For November contract, t = 4/12 = 0.3333
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e0.07 = 1.07251
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e0.01 = 0.01067
e0.007 = 0.00747
e0.0033 = 0.00352
e0.067 = 1.06184 + 0.00747 = 1.06931 or 1.07251 – 0.00352 = 1.06899

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(iii) When total portfolio is to be hedged:

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Value of Spot Position requiring
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19,900  50

(iv) When total portfolio beta is to be reduced to 0.25:
P(P − β P' )
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(b) (i) Expected Return on Market Index for Both factors
Factor 1
= 0.20 x 6.70% + 0.30 x 4.50% + 0.15 x 6.75% + 0.35 x 7.00%

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= 1.34% + 1.35% + 1.01% + 2.45% = 6.15%
Factor 2
= 0.20 x 10% + 0.30 x 7% + 0.15 x 9% + 0.35 x 8.85%
= 2% + 2.10% + 1.35% + 3.10%
= 8.55%
(ii) Calculation of expected Return on the Market index under Arbitrage Pricing
Theory (Existing Scenario):
Factor 1 (Inflation)
Category Beta Actual Expected Difference Beta x
value value Diff.
(a) (b) (%) (c) (%) (b) - (c) = (d) (%) (e)
Small Cap 1.20 6.70 6.70 0.00 0.00
Medium Cap 1.75 6.00 4.50 1.50 2.63
Large Cap 1.30 8.00 6.75 1.25 1.63
Flexi cap 1.70 6.50 7.00 (0.50) (0.85)

Factor 2 (Stock Market)
Category Beta Actual Expected Difference Beta x Total
value value Diff.
(f) (g) (%) (h) (%) (g) – (h) = (i) (j) (e) + (j) =
(%) (k)
Small Cap 0.80 10.50 10.00 0.50 0.40 0.40
Medium Cap 0.90 8.00 7.00 1.00 0.90 3.53
Large Cap 1.165 10.00 9.00 1.00 1.17 2.80
Flexi cap 0.85 9.75 8.85 0.90 0.77 (0.08)

Category Weight in market Total Beta x Diff Expected Return
index (1) (2) (2 x 1 = 3)
Small Cap 20% 0.40 0.08
Medium Cap 30% 3.53 1.06
Large Cap 15% 2.80 0.42
Flexi cap 35% (0.08) (0.03)
Total 1.53
Add: Risk Free Rate of Interest 7.50
Expected Return (%) 9.03

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(iii) Expected Return on the Market Index under Arbitrage Pricing Theory under
changed scenario:

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25% (0.08) (0.02)
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Expected Return (%) 9.16

(iv) As per the above calculation, the investors by investing 25% equally in all four
categories, is profitable compared to the existing composition. As the proposed
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a stamp duty which even goes upto 12% in some states of
is one of the obstacle in India. Under Transfer of Property
Act, 1882, a mortgage debt
India and hence impedes the growth of securitization in India. It should be noted
that since pass through certificate does not evidence any debt only able to
receivable, they are exempted from stamp duty.
Moreover, in India, recognizing the special nature of securitized instruments in
some states has reduced the stamp duty on them.
(2) Taxation: Taxation is another area of concern in India. In the absence of any

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is another area of concern. Although securitization is slated to be an off-balance
sheet instrument but in true sense receivables are removed from originator’s
balance sheet. Problem arises especially when assets are transferred without
recourse.

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(4) Lack of standardization: Every originator follows his own format for documentation
and administration and hence lack of standardization is another obstacle in the
growth of securitization.
(5) Ineffective Foreclosure laws: For many years efforts are on for effective foreclosure
but still foreclosure laws are not supportive to lending institutions and this makes
securitized instruments especially mortgaged backed securities less attractive as
lenders face difficulty in transfer of property in event of default by the borrower.
Note: Students need to mention any three points.
Question 2
(a) Following is the information available pertaining to shares of Omni Ltd.:
Current Market Price ( `) ` 420.00
Strike Price (`) ` 450.00
Maximum Price (`) expected in next 3 months’ time ` 525.00
Minimum Price (`) expected in next 3 months’ time ` 378.00
Continuously Compounded Rate of Interest (p.a.) (%) 8.00%
ert 1.0202
From the above:
(i) Calculate the 3 months call option by using Binomial Method and Risk Neutral
Method.
Are the calculated values under both the models are same?
(ii) State also clearly the basis of Valuation of options under these models. (8 Marks)
(b) Mr. S has invested in 3 different Mutual Fund Schemes. The following are the details of
the same:
Particulars Scheme A Scheme B Scheme C
Date of Investment 01-06-2022 01-07-2022 01-08-2022
Net Asset Value at Entry Date ` 11.00 ` 10.50 ` 12.00
Dividend received upto 31-03-23 (`) 12,500.00 17,000.00 4,000.00
Unit NAV at 31-03-23 (`) 11.25 11.48 10.80
Increase / (Decrease) in NAV ( `) 22,727.27 93,333.33 (50,000.00)
Effective Rate of Yield per annum 4.2296% 14.6978% (-) 13.8190%
Ignore Entry/Exit load expenditure.
Assume 365 days in a year. Round off the investment to nearest `100.
You are required to calculate:
(i) The amount of investments made initially by Mr. S in these schemes.

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(ii) Number of units invested in the three schemes by Mr. S.
Advise also whether he can continue to hold this investment or can he redeem now.

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P = ` 25.24
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Yes, the value of option under both Models is same.
(ii) Basis of valuation of options :
• Binomial model uses an approach called “ Risk less Hedge Approach” to find the
price of the option, by creating a portfolio which will have same value at expiration
irrespective of any price. Hedge means to create an equal and opposite position
for protecting the value of portfolio.
• In Risk Neutral Model, valuation of options is based on arbitrage and is therefore
independent of risk preferences; one should be able to value options assuming
any set of risk preferences and get the same answer.
(b) (i) Calculation of amount of investment made initially by Mr. S:
Particulars Scheme A Scheme B Scheme C
(a) Period of Investment 304 days 274 days 243 days
(b) Effective Yield p.a. 4.2296% 14.6978% (-) 13.8190%
(c) Effective Yield for holding 3.5227% 11.0334% (-) 9.2000%
period
(d) Dividend Received ` 12,500 ` 17,000 ` 4000
(e) Increase / Decrease of ` 22,727.27 ` 93,333.33 (` 50,000)
NAV
(f) Total Yield (d+e) ` 35,227.27 ` 1,10,333.33 (` 46,000)
(g) Initial Investment (f/c) ` 10,00,000 ` 10,00,000 ` 5,00,000
(h) NAV on date of Investment ` 11.00 ` 10.50 ` 12.00
(ii) Units invested in three schemes by Mr. S
Particulars Scheme A Scheme B Scheme C
Initial Investment ` 10,00,000 ` 10,00,000 ` 5,00,000
NAV on date of Investment ` 11.00 ` 10.50 ` 12.00
Units of Investment 90,909.09 95,238.10 41,666.67
Or 90,909 95,238 41,667
Advise: He should continue to investment in Scheme B and get redeemed both
schemes A and C and invest their proceeds in Scheme B.

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(c) (i) Conversion factor: All the deliverable bonds have different maturities and coupon
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value will increase by 0.09 if the volatility percentage is increased by 1.0 or
decreased by 0.09 if the volatility percentage is decreased by 1.0. Results may not
be exact due to rounding. It can also be stated as the change in option price given a
one percentage point change in volatility. Like delta and gamma, Vega is also used
for hedging.
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(a) The following information of AB Ltd., is available below:
Market Value per share - ` 20 per share
Equity Share Capital - 12,00,000 shares @ the face value of ` 10 per share.
The company is planning to issue Rights Shares to the existing shareholders and raise
` 60,00,000 to finance a new project.
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1,500 shares, when the company offers one right share for
assuming :
(a) He subscribes to the Rights issue
(b) He ignores the Rights issue (8 Marks)

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(b) A Japanese company imports hi-tech printer cartridges from US worth $1 million. The
chief financial officer of the company wishes to know the best strategy for protecti on
against uncertainty, for the payment that has to be made at the end of 3 months.
Financial team of the company has collected the following options for evaluation:
Table-1: Exchange rates quoted in FOREX Market:
¥/$ Quotations Bid Price Offer/Ask Price
Spot Rates 146.03 146.63
3M – Forward Rates 144.03 145.00
6M – Forward Rates 146.35 146.70
Table-2 : Options Market rates for European options with 3 months expiry :
Type of Option Strike Price (X) (¥/$) Premium (%) for Call & Put Options
Call & Put 145.20 1.6766% (Call) & 1.7414% (Put)
Call & Put 146.00 1.3505% (Call) & 2.1006% (Put)
The expected spot price at expiry is ¥/$ : 144.90/145.05
Suggest the best strategy for CFO of the Japanese Company to protect against
uncertainty, with respect to the following alternatives :
(i) Forward Hedge
(ii) Buy 3 months call, X = 145.20
(iii) Sell 3 months put, X = 145.20
(iv) Buy call & sell put both having X = 146.00 (8 Marks)
(c) Describe the main function of corporate level strategy and state which three basic
questions it should be able to answer. (4 Marks)
Answer
(a) (i) Ex-right price of share and the value of right
(a) Number of shares to be issued : 4,00,000
Subscription price ` 60,00,000 / 4,00,000 = ` 15
` 240 Lakh+ ` 60 Lakh
Ex-Right Price = 16 Lakhh = ` 18.75

Value of a Right = ` 18.75 – ` 15 = ` 3.75
` 3.75
Value of a Right Per Share Basis = = ` 1.25
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(b) Number of shares to be issued : 4,80,000
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(ii) (a) Shareholder’s wealth that is holding 1500 shares when firm offers one share
for three shares held and subscribes the offer.
Value of Shares after right issue (2000 X ` 18.75) ` 37,500
Less: Amount paid to acquire right shares (500 X `15) ` 7,500
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Thus, if shareholder does not subscribe right offer there will be loss of wealth
of ` 1,875.
(b) (i) Forward Hedge
Amount payable after 3 months $ 1000000

3 month applicable buying rate ¥ 145/$

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(iii) Selling 3 month Put at X = ¥ 145.20
If expected spot price after 3 month ¥ 144.90 , then Put Option buyer will exercise
his /her option.
Accordingly the import Bill will be :
Buying Yen in under option after 3 month ¥ 145.20 million
Less: Premium Receipt ¥ 145.20 x 1.7414%x $ 1 million ¥ 2.53 million
¥ 142.67 million
(iv) Buying Call and selling Put at X = ¥ 146
Net Premium receipt
Premium paid on call option = ¥ 146.00 x 1.3505% ¥ 1.9717 million
Premium Receipt on Put option = ¥ 146.00 x 2.1006% ¥ 3.0669 million
¥ 1.0952 million
If expected spot Rate expiry happens to be ¥ 144.90/145.05, then call option will be
lapsed and Put option by buyer will be exercised. Accordingly, the import bill will be:
Buying US$ under Put Option ¥ 146.00 million
Less: Receipt of Net Premium ¥ 1.09520 million
¥ 144.905 million

Decision: Since expected outflow is least in case of selling Put option, the same
strategy is recommended.
(c) Corporate level strategy fundamentally is concerned with selection of businesses in
which a company should compete and with the development and coordination of that
portfolio of businesses.
Corporate level strategy should be able to answer three basic questions:
(i) Suitability: Whether the strategy would work for the accomplishment of common
objective of the company.
(ii) Feasibility: Determines the kind and number of resources required to formulate and
implement the strategy.
(iii) Acceptability: It is concerned with the stakeholders’ satisfaction and can be
financial and non-financial.
Question 4
(a) The following information is provided relating to the acquiring Company R Ltd. And the
target Company K Ltd.:

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Particulars R Ltd. K Ltd.
Promoter Holding 50% 60%

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Share Capital ( ` in lakh) 100 50
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Free Float Market Capitalization ( ` in lakh) 200 64

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Book value 20%
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Market Price 20%

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K Ltd. remains unchanged and all assets and

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liabilities of K Ltd. are taken over
(iii) Revised promoter's holding
(iv) Post-acquisition Free Float Market Capitalization. (10 Marks)
(b) In March, 2022, SMD Bank sold 7% Interest Rate Futures underlying Notional 7.5%
Coupon Bonds. The Exchange provides following details of eligible securities that can be
delivered :
Security Quoted Spot Price of Bonds Conversion Factor
6.55 GOI 2025 9264.0 0.9060
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(c) List out the four methods for Identification and Management of Financial Risk. What are
the parameters to identify the currency risk? (4 Marks)

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Answer
(a) (i) Swap Ratio
R Ltd. K Ltd.
Share Capital 100 Lakh 50 Lakh
Free Reserves 400 Lakh 250 Lakh
Total 500 Lakh 300 Lakh
No. of Shares 1 Lakh 5 Lakh
Book Value per share ` 500 ` 60
Promoter’s holding 50% 60%
Non promoter’s holding 50% 40%
Free Float Market Cap. i.e. 200 Lakh 64 Lakh
relating to Public’s holding
Hence Total market Cap. 400 Lakh 160 Lakh
No. of Shares 1 Lakh 5 Lakh
Market Price ` 400 ` 32
P/E Ratio 20 8
EPS 20 4
Profits (` 1 lakh X 20) ` 20 lakh -
(` 4 lakh X 5) - ` 20 lakh
Calculation of Swap Ratio
Book Value 1 : 0.12 i.e. 0.12 x 20% 0.024
EPS 1 : 0.2 0.20 x 60% 0.120
Market Price 1 : 0.08 0.08 x 20% 0.016
Total 0.160
Swap ratio is for every one share of K Ltd., to issue 0.16 shares of R Ltd. Hence,
total no. of shares to be issued.
5 Lakh x 0.16 = 0.80 lakh shares
(ii) Book Value, EPS & Market Price
Total No of Shares 1 Lakh + 0.80 Lakh = 1.80 Lakh
Total Capital ` 100 Lakh + ` 80 Lakh = ` 180 Lakh
Reserves ` 400 Lakh + ` 220 Lakh = ` 620 Lakh
Book Value ` 180 Lakh + ` 620 Lakh = ` 444.44 per share
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Total Profit
EPS = 20 Lakh+ 20 Lakh = ` 22.22
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Free Float Market Capitalization = (1.80 Lakh – 0.98 Lakh) x ` 177.76 = ` 145.76
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(3) Inflation Rate: Purchasing power parity theory discussed in later chapters impact
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(4) Natural Calamities: Any natural calamity can have negative impact.
(5) War, Coup, Rebellion etc.: All these actions can have far reaching impact on
currency’s exchange rates.
(6) Change of Government: The change of government and its attitude towards foreign
investment also helps to identify the currency risk.
Question 5
(a) An import customer booked a forward contract with the bank on 10 thApril for USD 20,000
due on 10 thJune at ` 49.4000. The bank covered its position in the market at ` 49.2800.
The exchange rate for dollar in the interbank market on 10 thJune and 20 thJune were:
10th June 20th June
Spot USD 1 = ` 48.8000/8200 48.6800/7200
Spot/ June 48.9200/9500 48.8000/8500
Spot/July 49.0500/0900 48.9300/9900
Spot/August 49.3000/3500 49.1800/2500
Spot/September 49.6000/6600 49.4800/5600
Exchange margin is 0.10%
Interest on outlay of funds 12%
Calculate how the bank will react, if the customer requires on 20 th June:
(i) To cancel the contract.
(a) Exchange difference,
(b) Swap loss,
(c) Interest on outlay of funds and
(d) Cancellation charges
(ii) To Execute the contract.
(iii) To Extend the contract with due date to fall on 10 th August. (8 Marks)
(b) Expected returns on two stocks against BSE SENSEX returns are given in the following
table under two scenarios-bullish and bearish:
Market return Scenario -1: Scenario -2:
Bullish Case Bearish Case
BSE Sensex 25% -5%
Stock R 32% -4%
Stock Z 18% -3%

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You are required to calculate:
(i) The Betas of two stocks R and Z.

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(iv) The Alphas of the two stocks based on Sharpe Index Model. (8 Marks)

of Pharmaceutical products since last five years. To scale up the business operations
and increase the present turnover which is hovering around 500 Million, the proprietor
decides to convert his existing business into a Private Limited Company. He also wants
to get access to various tax benefits, easier compliances under the startup India initiative
and get recognized as a startup company.
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The forward sale contract shall be cancelled at Spot TT Purchase for $
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Bank buys at ` 48.9500
Bank sells at ` 48.8000
Amount payable by customer ` 0.1500
Swap Loss for $ 20,000 is = ` 3,000
(c) Interest on Outlay of Funds
On 10th June, the bank receives delivery under cover contract at ` 49.2800
and sell spot at ` 48.8000.
Bank buys at ` 49.2800
Bank sells at ` 48.8000
Amount payable by customer ` 0.4800
Outlay for $ 20,000 is ` 9,600
Interest on ` 9,600 @ 12% for 10 days ` 31.56 or ` 32.00
(d) Cancellation Charges
Particulars Amount (`)
Exchange Difference 15,350
Swap Loss 3,000
Interest on Outlay of Funds 32.00
Cancellation Charges payable by Customer 18,382
Or
Particulars Amount (`)
Exchange Difference 15,350
Swap Loss 3,000
Interest on Outlay of Funds 31.56
Cancellation Charges payable by Customer 18,381.56
(ii) Execution of Contract
Cancellation charges of ` 18,382 or ` 18,381.56 as computed above will be
recovered. The contract will be executed at the spot TT selling rate calculated as
follows:
Dollar/` interbank spot selling rate ` 48.7200
Add: exchange margin at 0.10% + 0.0487
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(iii) Extension of Contract
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(b) (i) The Betas of two stocks:
Stock R - (32% + 4%)/(25% + 5%) = 1.2
Stock Z - (18% + 3%)/(25% + 5%) = 0.70
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Alternatively, Beta can also be calculated as follows:
Basic Calculation for stock R
(RR ) (Rm)
RR RR - R R (RR - R R ) 2 RM Rm – R M (Rm – R M ) 2 (RR - R R )

(Rm – R M )
32% 14% 18% 324 25% 10% 15% 225 270
-4% 14% -18% 324 -5% 10% -15% 225 270
Total 648 450 540

Basic Calculation for stock Z
(RZ) (Rm)
RZ RZ - R Z (RZ - R Z )2 RM Rm – R M (Rm – R M ) 2 (RZ - R Z )

(Rm – R M )
18% 7.5% 10.5% 110.25 25% 10% 15% 225 157.50
-3% 7.5% -10.5% 110.25 -5% 10% -15% 225 157.50
Total 220.50 450 315

Co- Variance (R, M) = 540/2=270
Co- Variance (Z, M) = 315/2=157.50
(σ M)2 =450/2 = 225
Beta of stocks R & Z
Cov.(R,M)
Beta (R) = = 270/225 = 1.2
σM2

Cov.(R,Z)
Beta (Z) = = 157.5/225 = 0.7
σM2
(ii) Expected returns of the two stocks:
Stock R - 0.75 x 32% - 0.25 x 4% = 23%
Stock Z - 0.75 x 18% - 0.25 x 3% = 12.75%
(iii) Expected return of market portfolio = 0.75 x 25% + 0.25% x (-5%) = 17.50%
 Market risk prem. = 17.50% - 8.00% = 9.5%
 SML is, required return = 8.00% + βi 9.5%
(iv) Alpha for two stocks
Required Return for Stock R

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(c) As per Government of India notification an entity can be considered as a Startup:
i. If it is incorporated as a private limited company or registered as a partnership firm
or a limited liability partnership in India upto a period of 10 years from date of
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shall not be considered a ‘Startup’.
Advise: In the present scenario, NIYA healthcare is converted into a private limited
company. In other words there is a reconstruction of an exiting propriety business into a
private limited company. In view of the above the company cannot be recognised as a
startup company.
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Operating Income (EBIT) 2,50,000 2,50,000 2,50,000
Beta Values 1.25 1.00 0.875

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The tax rate is uniform 30% in all cases. Risk free interest rate is 6% and Market Risk
premium is 16%.
You are required to compute:
(i) Weighted average cost of capital for each company.
(ii) Economic Value Added (EVA) for each company.
(iii) Based on EVA which company would be considered for best investment? Give
reasons.
(iv) If the industry PE ratio is 12x, estimate the market price and Market Capitalization
for each of the companies. (8 Marks)
(b) Suppose a dealer bank quotes for a generic swap "AIC 8%/8.20% vs . 6M LIBOR Flat".
Notional principal amount of swap is ` 1 Million, and the same is for a period of three
years, reset after every six months.
In this context, answer the following questions:
(1) Interpret the dealer bank quote.
(2) If a firm is buying a swap, what is the nature of cash flows?
(3) If a firm is selling a swap, what is the nature of cash flows?
(4) Calculate semi-annual fixed payment for the buyer of swap at the end of every six
months.
(5) If the six month period from the effective date of swap to the settlement date
comprises of 181 days and that the corresponding LIBOR was 5% on the effective
date of swap, then what will be the first floating rate payment for the buyer?
(6) If the settlement is on "Net Basis", how much the buyer of swap has to pay or
receive at the end of first six months?
[Assume 30/360 days basis] (8 Marks)
(c) In a rational, well ordered and efficient market, technical analysis may not work very
well". Is it true? List out the reasons for this statement regarding Technical Analysis.
OR
"In Deal Structuring, in many structures to facilitate the exit, the Venture Capital may put
a tag-along clause". What do you mean by that clause? Explain Deal Structuring and Exit
Plan to Venture Capital Investment Process. (4 Marks)

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B 6% 1.00 6% +1.00 x 16% = 22%
C 6% 0.875 6% +0.875 x 16% = 20%
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EVA [EBIT (1-T)-(WACC x Invested Capital)] 47,000 45,000 500
(iii) Based on EVA Company A would be best for investment.
(iv) Market Price and Market Capitalization
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PE Multiple 12 12 12
Market Price Per Share ` 150 ` 120 ` 60
Market Capitalization ` 13,44,000 ` 15,96,000 ` 18,06,000

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(b) (1) Interpretation of dealer bank quote:
Ø AIC in the dealer bank quote refers to ‘All in cost’ i.e. cost of swap all inclusive.
Ø First part of the quote i.e. ‘8%/8.20% refers to the fixed leg part and the
second part of the quote i. e. ‘6m LIBOR Flat’ refers to the floating leg part.
Ø The difference in the fixed rates i.e. 20 bps refers to the margin charged by the
Bank on the fixed leg of transactions.
Ø The term ‘flat’ on the floating leg quote, indicates that the Bank does not
charge any commission on the floating leg. Therefore, bank charges 20 bps for
transacting swap as a whole.
(2) A buyer of swap pays ‘Fixed’ cash flows and receives ‘Floating’. As per the quote,
the buyer would pay 8.2% (higher of 8%, 8.2%) to the Bank and would receive ‘6M
LIBOR’ against it.
(3) A seller of swap pays ‘floating’ cash flows and receives ‘fixed’. As per the quote, the
seller would pay ‘6M LIBOR’ to the bank and would receive 8% (lower of 8%, 8.2%)
against it.
(4) Semi-annual Payment every six-month for buyer of Swap:
1
` 10,00,000 x 8.20% x = ` 41,000
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= N (LIBOR)  dt 
 360 
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= 10,00,000 × 0.05 ×
360
= 10,00,000 × 0.05 (0.503) or 5,00,000 × 0.05 (0.502777)
= 10,00,000 × 0.02515 or 10,00,000 × 0.02514 = ` 25,150 or ` 25,140
(6) Net Settlement
` 41,000 - ` 25,150 = ` 15,850 Or ` 41,000 - ` 25,140 = ` 15,860
or ` 41,000 - ` 25,138.89 = ` 15,861.11
(c) The reasons for the statement “In a rational, well ordered and efficient market, technical
analysis may not work very well” are as follows:
(i) Most technical analysts are not able to offer a convincing explanation for the tools
employed by them.
(ii) Empirical evidence in support of random walk hypothesis cast its shadow over the
usefulness of technical analysis.

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many cases, the convertible structure is brought in to ensure that the promoter retains
the right to buy back the share.
Exit plan: At the time of investing, the VC would ask the promoter or company to spell
out in detail the exit plan. Mainly, exit happens in two ways:
(a) One way is ‘sell to third party(ies)’. This sale can be in the form of IPO or Private
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