Financial analysis
The now defunct Enron Corporation, once headquartered in Houston, Texas, provided products and services for natural gas, electricity, and communications to wholesale and retail customers. Enron’s operations were conducted through a variety of subsidiaries and affiliates that involved transporting gas through pipelines, transmitting electricity, and managing energy commodities. The following data were taken from Enron’s financial statements:
|
In millions |
|
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Total revenues |
$100,789 |
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Total costs and expenses |
98,836 |
|
Operating income |
1,953 |
|
Net income |
979 |
|
Total assets |
65,503 |
|
Total liabilities |
54,033 |
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Total stockholders’ equity |
11,470 |
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Net cash flows from operating activities |
4,779 |
|
Net cash flows from investing activities |
(4,264) |
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Net cash flows from financing activities |
571 |
|
Net increase in cash |
1,086 |
The market price of Enron’s stock was approximately $83 per share when the prior financial statement data were taken. Before it went bankrupt, Enron’s stock sold for $0.22 per share.
Review the preceding financial statement data and search the Internet for articles on Enron Corporation. Briefly explain why Enron’s stock dropped so dramatically.