Bond prices are largely determined by relationship of their coupon rate to the going market rate
and the number of years until maturity
- If the market rate for the bond exceeds the coupon rate, the bond will sell below par value.
If the market rate is less than the coupon rate, the bond will sell above par value.
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-The more distant the maturity date of a bond, the farther below or above par value the
- price will be given the coupon rate and market rate relationship.
- Economic environment policy
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Dawamu Ltd, which operates in the retail sector selling a single product, is considering
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of debts from one to two months. The relaxation of the credit policy is expected to
produce an increase in sales in each year, amounting to 25% of the current sales
volume. The following information is available.
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2. Variable cost per unit of product – Sh.850
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Identify and briefly explain three conditions which have to be satisfied before the use of
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Alternative B
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The project is expected to increase annual operating income by Sh.5.6 million in the
foreseeable future.
Irrespective of the alternative selected in financing the new project, corporation tax is
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(i) Determine the current level of earnings per share (EPS) and the operating
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Required:
(i) Determine the net present value (NPV) of each project.
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Joseph Kimeu is trying to determine the value of Bidii Ltd.'s ordinary shares. The
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(a) Outline the factors which contributed to the popularity of commercial papers over bank
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(b) Clearly distinguish between 'factoring'...
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The following information represents the financial position and financial results of
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Alima Ltd., a manufacturer of edible oils, is contemplating the purchase of a new oil
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