You Have Inherited $250,000

question 26

Essay

You have inherited $250,000.You have decided that since you don't need the money currently,you should invest for the long-term.After seeking advice,you decide on an asset allocation plan that puts 10% in short-term securities,75% in equities,and 15% in bond funds.How much money would you put in each category? (Show all work. )

Understand the relationship between inflation rates and P/E ratios.

Calculate and interpret book value per share, its significance and compare it to market and liquidation values.

Identify the roles of different types of analysts and their methodologies in assessing firm value.

Understand and apply the concept of the market capitalization rate and its implications on stock evaluation.

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