PRIN.OF CORPORATE FINANCE
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Chapter 12, Problem 19PS
EVA* Herbal Resources is a small but profitable producer of dietary supplements for pets. This is not a high-tech business, but Herbal’s earnings have averaged around $1.2 million after tax, largely on the strength of its patented enzyme for making cats nonallergenic. The patent has eight years to run, and Herbal has been offered $4 million for the patent rights. Herbal’s assets include $2 million of working capital and $8 million of property, plant, and equipment. The patent is not shown on Herbal’s books. Suppose Herbal’s cost of capital is 15%. What is its EVA?
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