Harmer Company Has Filed a Registration Statement Under the 1933

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Essay

Harmer Company has filed a registration statement under the 1933 Act for purposes of issuing $5,000,000 of debentures.The registration statement has not been declared effective.Harmer wants to issue a press release concerning its plans to expand its operations.It also wants to telephone several large investors and tell them why they should buy the debentures.Will these activities cause Harmer to violate Section 5 of the Securities Act?

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Definitions:

Incremental Net Operating Income

The difference in net operating income between two alternatives.

Depreciated

Refers to the decrease in the value of an asset over time due to wear and tear or obsolescence.

Sales Revenues

The total amount of money generated from the sale of goods or services before any costs or expenses are deducted.

Cash Operating Expenses

The expenses a company incurs during its day-to-day operational activities, paid in cash, such as rent, utilities, and salary payments.