Financial Management Analysis: Nufarm Limited, WACC and Gearing

This financial management report analyzes Nufarm Limited, an ASX-listed manufacturer of crop protection solutions. The report calculates the company's Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) using both the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) and the dividend growth model, incorporating beta, risk-free rate, and market risk premium. It determines the cost of equity and cost of debt, and assesses the market value of equity and debt. The report also examines the gearing ratio to evaluate Nufarm's debt levels and provides recommendations for financial stability, suggesting debt reduction. The analysis utilizes data from Nufarm's annual reports and external financial resources, offering a comprehensive overview of the company's financial performance and capital structure. The report concludes with a reflection on the challenges faced during the WACC calculation and provides a list of references and an appendix with supporting data.