A firm's earnings per share (EPS) is $2.50, and equity investors require a return of 12%. The per-share net present value of the firm's growth opportunities is $120. What will be the stock price of the firm after it commits to the new project? Multiple choice question. $140.83 $135.56 $122.50 $142.78

A firm's earnings per share (EPS) is $2.50, and equity investors require a return of 12%. The per-share net present value of the firm's growth opportunities is $120. What will be the stock price of the firm after it commits to the new project? Multiple choice question. $140.83 $135.56 $122.50 $142.78

Intermediate Financial Management (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Eugene F. Brigham, Phillip R. Daves

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Chapter15: Distributions To Shareholders: Dividends And Repurchases

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