An analyst is trying to estimate the intrinsic value of the stock of Harkleroad
ID: 2717431 • Letter: A
Question
An analyst is trying to estimate the intrinsic value of the stock of Harkleroad Technologies. The analyst estimates that Harkleroad’s free cash flow during the next year will be $25 million. The analyst also estimates that the company’s free cash flow will increase at a constant rate of 7 percent a year and that the company’s WACC is 10 percent. Harkleroad has $200 million of long-term debt and preferred stock, and 30 million outstanding shares of common stock. What is the estimated per-share price of Harkleroad Technologies’ common stock?
a. $ 1.67
b. $ 5.24
c. $18.37
d. $21.11
e. $27.78
Explanation / Answer
Answer: D Free Cash Flow $25.00 WACC 10% Growth rate 7% Firm Value 25/(10%-7%) $833.33 million Debt $200.00 million Equity $633.33 million Per share price $21.11