Witin's Stock Price Is Currently $34

question 80

Multiple Choice

Witin's stock price is currently $34.25, and the current quarterly dividend is $0.25. Consensus estimates for Witin indicate a growth rate in earnings of 10% into the foreseeable future. If Witin plans to sell 1 million shares to raise new capital for expansion, what is the cost of new equity if the issuance costs are 8%?

• A) 13.49%
• B) 10.87%
• C) 13.21%
• D) 13.17%

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