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timofeeve [1]
3 years ago
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Lester's is a globally diverse company with multiple divisions and a cost of capital of 15.8 percent. Med, Inc., is a specialty

firm in the medical equipment field with a cost of capital of 13.7 percent. With the aging of America, both firms recognize the opportunities that exist in the medical field and are considering expansion in this area. At present, there is an opportunity for multiple firms to be involved in a new medical devices project. Each project will require an initial investment of $8.4 million with annual returns of $2.2 million per year for seven years. Which company(ies), if either, should become involved in the new projects
Business
1 answer:
eimsori [14]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

both companies should invest because the NPV of both companies are positive

Explanation:

Net present value is the present value of after-tax cash flows from an investment less the amount invested.  

NPV can be calculated using a financial calculator  

Only projects with a positive NPV should be accepted. A project with a negative NPV should not be chosen because it isn't profitable.  

When choosing between positive NPV projects, choose the project with the highest NPV first because it is the most profitable.

Cash flow in year 0 = - $8.4 million

Cash flow in year 1-7 =  $2.2 million

NPV of Lester with I of 15.8% = 0.54 million

NPV of Med Inc with I of 13.7% = 1.12 million

To find the NPV using a financial calculator:

1. Input the cash flow values by pressing the CF button. After inputting the value, press enter and the arrow facing a downward direction.

2. after inputting all the cash flows, press the NPV button, input the value for I, press enter and the arrow facing a downward direction.  

3. Press compute  

0.54

1.12

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