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XYZ company\'s common stock paid $2.50 in dividends last year. Dividends are exp

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Question

XYZ company's common stock paid $2.50 in dividends last year. Dividends are expected to grow at a 12-percent annual rate forever. If XYZ's current market price is $40.00, and your required rate of return is 23 percent, should you purchase the stock?

Answer

No, the percentage return on the stock is too high, thus it is too risky.

No, the stock is overvalued

Yes, the stock is expected to return more than you require.

Not enough information is given.

No, the percentage return on the stock is too high, thus it is too risky.

No, the stock is overvalued

Yes, the stock is expected to return more than you require.

Not enough information is given.

Explanation / Answer

No, the stock is overvalued