Describe the Four Stages of Business Globalization

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Essay

Describe the four stages of business globalization.Why do most companies stop when they reach the third stage?

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Definitions:

Average Collection Period

The average number of days it takes for a business to receive payments owed by its customers for sales made on credit.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that shows a company's financial position, including assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time.

Income Statement

A financial statement that shows a company's revenues and expenses, leading to the net profit or loss over a specific period.

Acid-test Ratio

A stringent indicator that determines whether a firm has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities without selling inventory.