Abstract
In this study the operational efficiency of select impact investing firms are analysed. The automobile companies who are conventional and impact investing and companies who are exclusively electric vehicle manufacturing are chosen for the study. Data for 10 years 2014-2024 is gathered from the company financial reports. Since a number of financial ratios can be used to gauge efficiency. This article uses the fixed asset turnover and cash conversion cycle factors to analyse efficiency.The study's conclusions and the characteristics of the data are described using financial metrics.
Keywords:Operating efficiency, Impact investing, Electric vehicles, Fixed Asset Turnover, Cash Conversion Cycle.
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