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Kier whittles net debt down to £230m

Construction Enquirer

Kier has whittled down its average month-end net debt to £230m after a better than expected cash performance at its construction division. In a year-end trading statement, Kier said it had also managed to keep the order book above £10bn, with 85% of next year’s forecast revenue already secured. ”

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Types of Capital for Construction Businesses

Levelset

Several different types of capital — working capital , debt capital , and equity capital — are common in the construction industry. Construction companies need to know the differences between the three types of capital and why each one is useful for managing and growing a business. Debt capital. Working capital.

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What Your Business Credit Report Tells Lenders

Pro Builder

Just like your personal credit score, your business credit score indicates whether you’re a good risk for paying your debts or not. It helps lenders assess whether you’re qualified for the loan amount you’re requesting and if you’ve been good at managing your company’s finances. What Is a Business Credit Score?

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

You must secure financing for the project. Developers must understand the various financing options, such as traditional bank loans, private equity, and government programs. The developer may also be responsible for arranging to finance the project, which can consist of a combination of equity and debt.

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Key Financial & Safety Metrics for Subcontractor Qualification 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process. FINANCIAL RATIOS: DEBT . Debt Ratio . Debt Ratio measures the extent of a company’s leverage. Debt-to-Equity . Debt (Less Cash) to Equity .

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Precast cladding contractor goes into administration

Construction Enquirer

Recent major projects for major contractors include the City of London Academy, the Jersey International Finance Centre and One Capital Square, Cardiff. Subscribers to the Red Flag Alert service benefit from early warnings about the financial health of companies to help them avoid bad debts.

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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): Understanding the Construction Connection

Construction Marketing

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are owners, operators, and financers of income-generating real estate properties. It allows real estate market investments without directly purchasing and managing properties. By adopting these technologies, REITs can reduce operating costs and improve the overall efficiency of property management.

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