Fundamentals of Corporate Finance Standard Edition with Connect Plus
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ISBN: 9780077630706
Author: Stephen Ross
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 8, Problem 11CRCT
Summary Introduction
To discuss: In a statement, the managers will not focus on current stock value, which will lead to overemphasize of short-term profits through expenses due to long-term profits.
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Stock is a type of security in a company which denotes ownership. On issuing stocks, the company can raise capital.
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