Answer:
The ratio of flotation cost to funds raised is 20.13%
Explanation:
First of all, it is noteworthy that actual amount received per share by Deep Hollow Oil is the issue price minus the underwriting spread of $2.6565
(8.05% of $33),in other words the net issue price is $30.3435
The total amount raised is $ 4,096,372.50 (135000*$30.3435
),while total flotation costs are as follows:
Underwriting costs $ 358,627.50
Legal and accounting fees $418,000
Indirect costs $48,000
Total flotation costs $824,627.50
However, the flotation costs as a percentage of funds raised is given below:
$824,627.50 /$4,096,372.50=20.13%
