Due to the growing demand for computer software, the Perry Company has had a very successful year and expects its earnings per share to grow by 25% to reach $5.50 for this year. Estimate the price of the company's common stock assuming the industry's price/earnings ratio is 12.

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Due to the growing demand for computer software, the Perry
Company has had a very successful year and expects its earnings per
share to grow by 25% to reach $5.50 for this year.
Estimate the price of the company's common stock assuming the
industry's price/earnings ratio is 12.
Transcribed Image Text:Due to the growing demand for computer software, the Perry Company has had a very successful year and expects its earnings per share to grow by 25% to reach $5.50 for this year. Estimate the price of the company's common stock assuming the industry's price/earnings ratio is 12.
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