Valence Electronics Has 213 Million Shares Outstanding

question 53

Multiple Choice

Valence Electronics has 213 million shares outstanding. It expects earnings at the end of the year of $800 million. Valence pays out 40% of its earnings in total-15% paid out as dividends and 25% used to repurchase shares. If Valence's earnings are expected to grow by 7% per year, these payout rates do not change, and Valence's equity cost of capital is 9%, what is Valence's share price?

• A) $11.27
• B) $22.54
• C) $60.10
• D) $75.12

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Definitions:

Liquidity

The ability of an asset to be quickly converted into cash without significantly affecting its market price.

Receivables Balance

The total amount of money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services delivered or used but not yet paid for.

Maker

In finance, the party that creates or issues a promissory note.

Petty Cash Fund

A small amount of cash kept on hand for minor or incidental expenses.