Quantitative Business Analysis Report: 5EC511 Module, 2020

This report presents a quantitative analysis of the UK wood, furniture, and paper manufacturing sector in 2017. It examines data from over 2900 observations across nine variables, including profit margin, number of employees, and export status. The analysis employs descriptive statistics, correlation, regression analysis, and t-tests to address key research questions. The study investigates profit rates, differences between large and SME firms, the impact of export activities, and relationships between various financial metrics. Key findings include the average profit margin, results from t-tests comparing profit rates and capital employed, and the association between export activity and SME indicators using chi-square tests. Correlation and regression analyses are also conducted to determine the relationships between profit margins and other variables, providing a comprehensive overview of the sector's performance.