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Problem 7-14 Preferred Stock Valuation Several years ago, Rolen Riders issued pr

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Question

Problem 7-14
Preferred Stock Valuation

Several years ago, Rolen Riders issued preferred stock with a stated annual dividend of 11% of its $100 par value. Preferred stock of this type currently yields 7%. Assume dividends are paid annually.

What is the value of Rolen's preferred stock? Round your answer to the nearest cent.
$  

Suppose interest rate levels have risen to the point where the preferred stock now yields 15%. What would be the new value of Rolen's preferred stock? Round your answer to the nearest cent.
$  

Explanation / Answer

Preferred stock value = Dividend÷ Preferred stock yield

If yield 7%:

= $11÷7%

= $157.14

If yield 15%:

= $11÷15%

= $73.33