Financial Analysis of Wesfarmers Limited: Performance and Ratios

This report provides a comprehensive financial analysis of Wesfarmers Limited, focusing on its performance in 2019 and 2020. The analysis includes an examination of the company's background, the industry it operates in, and its financial highlights. The core of the report involves a detailed ratio analysis, including profitability, efficiency, liquidity, and gearing ratios, comparing the results across the two years and against industry averages. The report discusses the implications of these ratios, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and other economic factors. It also addresses the company's future prospects, potential for mergers or acquisitions, and offers recommendations for improvement, including strategies to increase turnover rates and manage debt. The report concludes with an assessment of the company's overall financial health and a recommendation on investment potential, considering both the company's performance and dividend payouts.