Question

For each of the following, indicate which type of investment risk is being described.

Answer 1

Answer:

a. The ne research may go against the whole gram cereals and people will consume it less therefore demand may be lowered causing the sales and profit to decrease.

b. The increase level of gearing makes the company risky and people do not prefer to invest in the company which have high gearing. The increase debt and interest burden may cause company to become bankrupt and there can be threat for solvency.

c. The bargaining power of buyer is high in such case where the seller finds it difficult to find a suitable buyer.  

Explanation:

Investment risk is the risk associated with the business or new investment project. There should be detailed analysis of risk and return before investing in any project. It is better to understand the nature of risk and the extent to which it can hinder the progress of the business.