The current dividend yield on Ventana common stock is 1.89 p…

The current dividend yield on Ventana common stock is 1.89 percent. The company just paid an annual dividend of $1.56 and announced plans to pay $1.70 next year. The dividend growth rate is expected to remain constant at the current level. What is the required rate of return on this stock?

A firm is currently operating at 78 percent of capacity. Nex…

A firm is currently operating at 78 percent of capacity. Next year’s pro forma statement is based on an annual increase in sales of 5 percent. Net working capital and all costs vary directly with sales. The tax rate and the dividend payout ratio are fixed. Given this information, the:

Eastside Vintage has a net profit margin of 6.2 percent, a p…

Eastside Vintage has a net profit margin of 6.2 percent, a payout ratio of 30 percent, an ROA of 14.2 percent, and an ROE of 18.6 percent. This firm maintains a constant payout ratio and is currently operating at full capacity. What is the maximum rate at which the firm can grow without acquiring any additional external financing?