The Five Forces Model Recognises That Both Suppliers and Customers

question 41

True/False

The five forces model recognises that both suppliers and customers can become a firm's competitors.

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Definitions:

Bankruptcy Proceedings

A legal process through which individuals or businesses unable to meet their financial obligations can seek relief from some or all of their debts.

M&M Proposition

The Modigliani-Miller Proposition, a principle in finance stating that, under certain conditions, the value of a firm is unaffected by how it is financed, regardless of whether through debt or equity.

Capital Structure

The mix of a company's long-term debt, specific short-term debt, common equity, and preferred equity, which reflects how a firm finances its overall operations and growth.