Assume that the dividend payout ratio will be 55 % when the rate on long term government bonds falls to 9%. Since investors are becoming more risk averse, the equity risk premium will rise to 8% and investors will require a 7% return. The return on equity will be 13%. What is your expectation of the market P/E ration? a.  37.69 b.   24.92 c.  58.15 d. 55.02 e.  47.82

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Assume that the dividend payout ratio will be 55 % when the rate on long term government bonds falls to 9%. Since investors are becoming more risk averse, the equity risk premium will rise to 8% and investors will require a 7% return. The return on equity will be 13%.

What is your expectation of the market P/E ration?

a.  37.69

b.   24.92

c.  58.15

d. 55.02

e.  47.82

 

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