Gibson Industries Is Issuing a $1,000 Par Value Bond with an 8

question 24

Essay

Gibson Industries is issuing a $1,000 par value bond with an 8% semi-annual interest coupon rate and that matures in 11 years. Investors are willing to pay $972 for these bonds. Gibson is in the 34% tax bracket. What will be the after-tax cost of debt of the bond?

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Definitions:

Paid

The act of transferring money or compensation for services rendered or goods received.

Trade Discount

A reduction from the list price granted by a seller to a buyer in the commercial marketplace, often based on volume or trade status.

Net Price

The price of a good or service after deductions such as discounts, rebates, and allowances have been taken into account.

List Price

The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) or the price at which a product is intended to be sold before any discounts or promotions.