Ratio Analysis and Statement of Cash Flows Analysis of Motorola and Nokia

For the analysis, I selected Motorola and Nokia. The two companies control a dominant share of the cellular handset market. Successful competition in the cellular equipment industry requires companies that can plan for change, identify their worldwide position, and recognize trends in their financial results and in the tastes of their customers. Motorola Cash Flow, Revenue and Income Analysis Over the past three years, Motorola struggled mightily. In 2001 and 2002, the company saw significant declines in …

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