Why Does a Stock Repurchase Improve the After-Tax Position of Stockholders

question 55

Multiple Choice

Why does a stock repurchase improve the after-tax position of stockholders over cash dividends?

• A)The theoretical increase in value is taxed at the lower capital gains rate
• B)Reduced shares outstanding increase earnings per share
• C)Cash dividends are taxed as ordinary income
• D)All of the above

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