The Following Information Was Provided by Joseph Company as of December

question 133

Essay

The following information was provided by Joseph Company as of December 31, 2014:
On the most recent trading date, Joseph's common shares sold at $36 and the preferred shares sold at $14.
The following information on industry averages is provided:
Earnings per share $2.06
Price-earnings ratio 13.2:1
Required:
1) Calculate and compare Joseph Company's ratios with the industry averages shown above. Round your answer to two decimal places.
2) Discuss whether you would invest in this company.

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