The Asymmetric Information Explanation of Capital Structure Suggests That Firms

question 160

True/False

The asymmetric information explanation of capital structure suggests that firms will issue new equity only when the managers believe the firm's stock is overvalued; as a result, issuing new equity is considered a negative signal that will result in a decline in share price.

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