Stock Prices May Rise from a Reduction in Interest Rates

question 81

Multiple Choice

Stock prices may rise from a reduction in interest rates because:

• A) the present value of future earnings will increase.
• B) stockholders will expect lower future earnings.
• C) financial market participants are less optimistic about future earnings.
• D) the present value of future earnings will decrease.

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Definitions:

Cash Flow Method

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Statement of Owners' Equity

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