Monster Limos plans to issue new bonds that have the same yield as its existing bonds, which have a coupon rate of interest equal to 4 percent (paid semiannually), eight years remaining until maturity, and a $1,000 maturity value. The existing bonds are currently selling for $886 each. What should be the coupon rate for the new bonds? If the firm’s marginal tax rate is 40 percent, what will be the after-tax cost of debt associated with the new debt (bonds)?

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11-4. Monster Limos plans to issue new bonds that have the same yield as its existing bonds, which have a coupon rate of interest equal to 4 percent (paid semiannually), eight years remaining until maturity, and a $1,000 maturity value. The existing bonds are currently selling for $886 each.

  • What should be the coupon rate for the new bonds?
  • If the firm’s marginal tax rate is 40 percent, what will be the after-tax cost of debt associated with the new debt (bonds)?
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