You expect that IBM will have earnings per share of $2.50 for the coming year. IBM plans to retain all of its earnings for years 1-3. For the subsequent two years (years 4 and 5), the firm plans on retaining 40% of its earnings. It will then retain only 10% of its earnings from that point forward. Retained earnings will be invested in projects with an expected return of 15% per year. If IBM's equity cost of capital is 12%, then what is the the price of a share of IBM's stock

Identify the accounting assumption or principle that is described below. (a) select the accounting assumption or principle is the rationale for why plant assets are not reported at liquidation value. (note: do not use the historical cost principle.) (b) select the accounting assumption or principle indicates that personal and business record-keeping should be separately maintained. (c) select the accounting assumption or principle assumes that the dollar is the "measuring stick" used to report on financial performance. (d) select the accounting assumption or principle separates financial information into time periods for reporting purposes. (e) select the accounting assumption or principle measurement basis used when a reliable estimate of fair value is not available. (f) select the accounting assumption or principle dictates that companies should disclose all circumstances and events that make a difference to financial statement users.

The sec has historically raised questions regarding the independence of firms that derive a significant portion of their total revenues from one audit client or group of clients because the sec staff believes this situation causes cpa firms to

Bdj co. wants to issue new 22-year bonds for some much-needed expansion projects. the company currently has 9.2 percent coupon bonds on the market that sell for $1,132, make semiannual payments, have a $1,000 par value, and mature in 22 years. what coupon rate should the company set on its new bonds if it wants them to sell at par?