General contracting company specializing in the construction of single-family homes was known for his exceptional skill and was therefore highly valued during the busy construction season from late spring to early fall. As a result, customers are ensured a place in the chart of the company, paying deposits. This left the company with excess cash during the off season, which he invested every year in trading. The case centers on the operations related to these short-term investments trade. "Hide
by Elizabeth M. Grasby, Jessica Kelly Source: Richard Ivey School of Business Foundation 3 pages. Publication Date: August 17, 2012. Prod. #: W12156-PDF-ENG
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