Use TheUse the Firm Has Only Been Listed on the Stock

question 96

Multiple Choice

Use theUse the firm has only been listed on the stock exchange for a short time,you do not have an accurate assessment of Nielson's equity beta.However,you do have the following data for another firm in the same industry: Nielson has a much lower debt-equity ratio of .5,which is expected to remain stable,and Nielson's debt is risk free.Nielson's corporate tax rate is 21%,the risk-free rate is 5%,and the expected return on the market portfolio is 10%.
-Nielson's equity cost of capital is closest to:

• A)11.3%.
• B)12.2%.
• C)14.0%.
• D)14.4%.

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Definitions:

Deflation

A decrease in the general price level of goods and services, often indicating an economic slowdown.

Inflation

The velocity at which the aggregate price level for goods and services elevates, thereby reducing purchasing capability.

Nominal Interest Rate

The interest rate before adjustments for inflation. It is the rate quoted on loans and deposits.

Inflation Rate

The Inflation Rate is a measure of the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and subsequently, purchasing power is falling, usually expressed as a percentage.