Answer:
9.09%
Explanation:
The required return of ZYX, Inc shall be determined using the following mentioned formula:
r=[d(1+g)/MV]+g
In the given question
r=required rate of return of ZYX, Inc=?
d(1+g)=next dividend payment to be made by the ZYX, Inc=$2.95
MV=current selling price of share=$58
g=growth rate of dividend=4%
r=required rate of return=[$2.95/$58]+4%
r=required rate of return=9.09%
Answer:
0.147 or 14.7%
Explanation:
Equity (E) =$7
Debt (D) = $1
Cost of equity capital (Ce) = 0.16
Pretax cost of debt (Cd) = 0.08
Tax rate (r) = 0.3
The weighted average cost of capital of the firm is given by the following relationship:

The weighted average cost of capital of the firm is 0.147 or 14.7%.