A Firm Has a Market Value Equal to Its Book

question 57

Multiple Choice

A firm has a market value equal to its book value. Currently,the firm has excess cash of $600 and other assets of $5,400. Equity is worth $6,000. The firm has 500 shares of stock outstanding and net income of $900. What will the new earnings per share be if the firm uses its excess cash to complete a stock repurchase?

• A) $1.20
• B) $1.50
• C) $1.80
• D) $2.00
• E) $2.40

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Definitions:

Fixed Asset

Long-term tangible property, plant, or equipment that a company owns and uses in its operations to generate income, not expected to be consumed or converted into cash within a year.

Cost Basis

The original value of an asset for tax purposes, adjusted for factors like depreciation, improvements, and returns, used to calculate capital gains or losses.

Transportation Costs

Expenses associated with the movement of goods from one location to another, including freight, shipping, and handling fees.

Special Acquisition Fees

Costs specifically related to acquiring an asset or a group of assets, other than the purchase price.