Southern Utilities Just Issued Some New Preferred Stock

question 70

Multiple Choice

Southern Utilities just issued some new preferred stock.The issue will pay a $19 annual dividend in perpetuity beginning 9 years from now.What is one share of this stock worth today if the market requires a 7 percent return on this investment?

• A)$157.97
• B)$164.16
• C)$189.08
• D)$241.41
• E)$271.43

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