Meredith Corporation has just issued $15 million in debt (at par). The firm will pay interest only on this debt. Meredith's marginal tax rate is expected to be 30% for the foreseeable future. What is the present value of the interest tax shield, assuming its risk is the same as the loan?

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Meredith Corporation has just issued $15 million in debt (at par).
The firm will pay interest only on this debt. Meredith's marginal
tax rate is expected to be 30% for the foreseeable future. What is
the present value of the interest tax shield, assuming its risk is the
same as the loan?
Transcribed Image Text:Meredith Corporation has just issued $15 million in debt (at par). The firm will pay interest only on this debt. Meredith's marginal tax rate is expected to be 30% for the foreseeable future. What is the present value of the interest tax shield, assuming its risk is the same as the loan?
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