Joe Bloggs is a successful inventor who has just been awarded a patent in the UK for a new design of new battery-powered device. He is looking to set up his own business to manufacture and distribute the device. Carry out a thorough analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of setting up his business as either a sole trader, a partnership or a limited company.

Joe Bloggs is a successful inventor who has just been awarded a patent in the UK for a new design of new battery-powered device. He is looking to set up his own business to manufacture and distribute the device. Carry out a thorough analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of setting up his business as either a sole trader, a partnership or a limited company.

International Financial Management

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