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Problem 3 MGMT 61000 Final Exam; Lynn Turner- PUID-00311127131 Pricing stock for Initial Public Offering Ten...

Problem 3 MGMT 61000 Final Exam; Lynn Turner- PUID-00311127131 Pricing stock for Initial Public Offering Ten years ago, Video Toys began manufacturing and selling coin-operated arcade games. The company has done well in that dividends have been growing at a 15% compounded annual rate for the past five years. The last Dividend paid, which was just yesterday, was $1.50 per share. The annual growth rate of 15% is expected to be maintained for the next 3 years, after which dividends are expected to grow at half the rate for 1 year. Beyond that time, Video Toys' dividends are expected to grow at 5% per year. A. If the company was going to go public today, what would be the price per share that you think the public offer price should be if your required rate of return on equity is 18%? B. The company has a total of 10,000,000 shares. 5 million shares will be sold in the IPO and 5 million shares will remain in the possession of the founder, Mr. Strong. What is the total value of the company's equity after the IPO?

In: Finance

Starware Software was founded last year to develop software for gaming applications. The founder initially invested...

Starware Software was founded last year to develop software for gaming applications. The founder initially invested $ 800,000 and received 8 million shares of stock. Starware now needs to raise a second round of​ capital, and it has identified a venture capitalist who is interested in investing. This venture capitalist will invest $ 1.00 million and wants to own 20 % of the company after the investment is completed.

a. How many shares must the venture capitalist receive to end up with 20 % of the​ company? What is the implied price per share of this funding​ round?

b. What will the value of the whole firm be after this investment​ (the post-money​ valuation)?

a. How many shares must the venture capitalist receive to end up with 20 % of the​ company? What is the implied price per share of this funding​ round?

The venture capitalist will receive _____ million shares. ​ (Round to three decimal​ places.)

The implied price per share is ​$____per share.  ​(Round to the nearest​ cent.)

b. What will the value of the whole firm be after this investment​ (the post-money​ valuation)? The value of the firm will be ​$____million. ​ (Round to three decimal​ places.)

In: Finance

Enrique lives in rural Ecuador and is finishing his high school. As an outstanding student, he...

Enrique lives in rural Ecuador and is finishing his high school. As an outstanding student, he was accepted by the leading private university, University de Quito to study in a two year program on comparative literature and linguistics to become a college teacher. If he goes to university, he will pay a tuition fee of $1000 ($1 = 1 peso) per year (for 2 years). Suppose also that there is a “psychological” cost of $400 associated with moving to the city of Quito, which represents the money equivalent (paid only once in the first period) of leaving his family / girlfriend.

In the first year, Enrique can work in the library of the university and earn $1000 per year, while during the summer of the second year he can do an internship and earn $2000. At the third year, he may start working as a college teacher, where he will earn $4000 per year for the first 2 years of his career. For the sake of this exercise, suppose that we only have 4 periods.

If Enrique refuses to go to University, he will work on the family farm and will earn $1000 per year for the first two years. His father promises him a salary equal of $3000 from the third year. Consider a discount factor of 10%.

  1. a) Calculate the expected present value benefits of studying.[7points]

  2. b) Calculate the expected present value costs of studying (direct and indirect costs) [7

    points]

  3. c) Should Enrique go to the University? [1 points]

In: Economics

Case Study Louise Simms, newly graduated with a master of business administration (MBA) degree, was hired...

Case Study
Louise Simms, newly graduated with a master of business administration (MBA) degree, was hired by a prestigious multinational firm based in the United States. With minimal training, she was sent to join a company partner to negotiate with a high- ranking Middle Eastern government official. The partner informed Simms that he would introduce her to the government contact and then leave her to “get the job done.” Her assignment was to “do whatever it takes to win the contract: it’s worth millions to us.” The contract would enable Simms’ firm to select and manage technology companies that would install a multimillion-dollar computer system for that government. While in the country, Simms was told by the official that Simms’ firm had “an excellent chance of getting the contract” if the official’s nephew, who owned and operated a computer company in that country, could be assured “a good piece of the action.” On two different occasions, while discussing details, the official attempted unwelcome advances toward Simms. He backed off both times when he observed her subtle negative responses. Simms was told that “the deal” would remain a confidential matter and the official closed by saying, “That’s how we do business here; take it or leave it.” Simms was frustrated about the terms of the deal and about the advances toward her. She called her superior in Chicago and urged him not to accept these conditions because of the questionable arrangements and also because of the disrespect shown toward her, which she said reflected on the company as well. Simms’ supervisor responded, “Take the deal! And don’t let your emotions get involved. You’re in another culture. Go with the flow. Accept the offer and get the contract groundwork started. Use your best judgment on how to handle the details.” Simms couldn’t sleep that night. She now had doubts about her supervisor’s and the government administrator’s ethics. She felt that she had conflicting priorities. This was her first job and a significant opportunity. At the same time, she had to live with herself.

Question:
Apply the Ethical Relativism Approach to Simms's case.

In: Psychology

Tesla Corporation (TSLA) stock has been in demand over the past year, tripling in value between...

Tesla Corporation (TSLA) stock has been in demand over the past year, tripling in value between July 2019 and January 2020, despite reporting losses in two of the last four quarters. Autonomous vehicle technology is poised for introduction in urban and long haul applications by companies such as Plus.ai. In an interview with Quartz, Bill Gates suggested that taxing robot output could help cover the shortfall in social services due to lost jobs and help pay for the increase in social services and support needed by displaced workers. An article in The Atlantic Magazine (A World Without Work) lays out the impact of automation on jobs and eventually on the default social contract in most capitalist societies. A review of a book with the same name provides additional insight.
Please research the topic of automation and its impact on an individual’s ability to monetize their human capital. Given the idea that humans need to contribute to society to feel fulfilled and happy, please respond to the following:

What is your personal philosophy about firms using automation without regard to its impact on society?

In: Economics

Required information [The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Acme Materials Company manufactures and...

Required information

[The following information applies to the questions displayed below.]

Acme Materials Company manufactures and sells synthetic coatings that can withstand high temperatures. Its primary customers are aviation manufacturers and maintenance companies. The following table contains financial information pertaining to cost of quality (COQ) in 2019 and 2020 (in thousands of dollars):

2019 2020
Sales $ 15,400 $ 19,400
Materials inspection 240 54
In-process (production) inspection 154 119
Finished product inspection 190 64
Preventive equipment maintenance 14 54
Scrap (net) 440 240
Warranty repairs 640 390
Product design engineering 144 210
Vendor certification 26 54
Direct costs of returned goods 215 74
Training of factory workers 34 134
Product testing—equipment maintenance 54 54
Product testing labor 150 84
Field repairs 64 34
Rework before shipment 180 194
Product-liability settlement 300 54
Emergency repair and maintenance 140 69

Required:

1. Classify the cost items in the table into cost-of-quality (COQ) categories.

2. Calculate the ratio of each COQ category to revenues in each of the 2 years.

3. Calculate the percentage change in each COQ category and total COQ and comment on the results:

a. Percentage change in total COQ as a percentage of sales, from 2019 to 2020;

b. Total COQ in 2020 expressed as a percentage of 2019 sales dollars;

c. Percentage change in total prevention costs, 2019 to 2020;

d. Percentage change in total appraisal costs, 2019 to 2020;

e. Percentage change in total internal failure costs, 2019 to 2020;

f. Percentage change in total external failure costs, 2019 to 2020.

In: Accounting

[The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Acme Materials Company manufactures and sells synthetic...

[The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Acme Materials Company manufactures and sells synthetic coatings that can withstand high temperatures. Its primary customers are aviation manufacturers and maintenance companies. The following table contains financial information pertaining to cost of quality (COQ) in 2019 and 2020 (in thousands of dollars): 2019 2020 Sales $ 15,900 $ 19,900 Materials inspection 290 59 In-process (production) inspection 159 124 Finished product inspection 240 69 Preventive equipment maintenance 19 59 Scrap (net) 490 290 Warranty repairs 690 440 Product design engineering 149 260 Vendor certification 21 59 Direct costs of returned goods 265 79 Training of factory workers 39 139 Product testing—equipment maintenance 59 59 Product testing labor 200 89 Field repairs 69 39 Rework before shipment 230 199 Product-liability settlement 350 59 Emergency repair and maintenance 190 74 Required: 1. Classify the cost items in the table into cost-of-quality (COQ) categories. 2. Calculate the ratio of each COQ category to revenues in each of the 2 years. 3. Calculate the percentage change in each COQ category and total COQ and comment on the results: a. Percentage change in total COQ as a percentage of sales, from 2019 to 2020; b. Total COQ in 2020 expressed as a percentage of 2019 sales dollars; c. Percentage change in total prevention costs, 2019 to 2020; d. Percentage change in total appraisal costs, 2019 to 2020; e. Percentage change in total internal failure costs, 2019 to 2020; f. Percentage change in total external failure costs, 2019 to 2020.

In: Accounting

ABC Corp, a public limited company, operates in the energy and power sector. The company has...

ABC Corp, a public limited company, operates in the energy and power sector. The company has experienced significant growth in recent years and has expanded its operation internationally by the acquisition of overseas subsidiaries. Group policy is to translate the financial statements of these subsidiaries using the closing rate method with goodwill calculated at the rate of exchange ruling at the date of acquisition.
One of these subsidiaries, XYZ, is incorporated in a country that is suffering from a very high inflation (120% over the last 3 years) as a result of political and economic problems. Additionally, it is difficult to repatriate funds from the country. ABC Corp owned 91% of the shares of XYZ, with the foreign government owning the balance. Most of the products produced by XYZ are sold locally, but approximately 10 % of the product sold at cost to ABC. Because of a dispute XYZ has created a provision for doubtful debt against an intercompany amount owing from ABC. As a part of its risk management policies, ABC hedges the profit made by XYZ and denominates XYZ’s Financial Statements in US $ rather than the local currency. XYZ non-current assets are carried at a US dollar valuation, which is prepared by the chief accountant.


Discuss and Comment the treatment by ABC Corp based on IAS 29

In: Accounting

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING PROJECT This project is meant for you to incorporate the semester’s learnings into an...

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

PROJECT

This project is meant for you to incorporate the semester’s learnings into an actual scenario. You should work on this project as the topics are covered in class.

During the month of October of the current year, Dan’s Accounting Service was opened. The following transactions occurred.

Oct 1   Dan sold $70,000 worth of stock (50 shares) to start the business.

Oct 1   Dan purchased $9,500 worth of office equipment on account from Keene’s

            Furniture Supply.

Oct 1   Dan paid October’s rent on the office. He wrote a check for $2,500.

Oct 2   Dan purchased $400 worth of office supplies for cash.

Oct 4   The telephone was installed. We paid $95 (Utilities Expense).

Oct 4 Dan placed an advertisement in the Anoka County Shopper. It cost $150 (cash).

Oct 4   Dan started a petty cash fund with $50 for a fund balance.

Oct 5   We purchased (for cash) $45 worth of stamps (Miscellaneous Expense).

Oct 5   A three-month umbrella insurance policy was purchased for $720 (cash).

Oct 7   Bebus’s Automotive Supply Company paid us $2,800 (cash) for setting up their

            books.

Oct 9   We earned $3,200 from Dietz’s Fine Furniture Company for setting up their

books. They will pay us later.

Oct 12 We paid a part-time employee $90 for running errands. There are no taxes to be

withheld.

Oct 14 Smith’s Food Service, Inc. paid us $1,700 for helping them with their taxes.

            The actual bill was for $3,500. They will pay us the rest next month.

Oct 19 We paid our part-time employee $80 for running errands. There are no taxes to be

withheld.

Oct 23 We sent a check for $1,000 to Keene’s Furniture Supply for the office equipment

            purchased on October 1st.

Oct 26 We earned $800 for consulting with Anderson’s Clothing Outlet. They will pay

us later.

Oct 26 We paid our part-time employee $50 for running errands. There are no taxes to

be withheld.

Oct 30 Dietz’s Fine Furniture Company paid us $900 on account for the work we did

            for them on October 9.

Oct 30 Dan paid the stockholders $600 in dividends.

Oct 31 Dan paid the electric bill which was $90.

Oct 31 Dan replenished the petty cash fund. He had used $12 for office supplies and $18

for miscellaneous expenses.

REQUIRED:

1) Prepare an Income Statement (don’t forget the Earnings Per Share)

2)  Statement of Retained Earnings

3) Classified Balance Sheet

In: Accounting

As the following table shows, projections indicate that the percent of U.S. adults with diabetes could...

As the following table shows, projections indicate that the percent of U.S. adults with diabetes could dramatically increase.

(a) Find the logarithmic model that best fits the data in the table, with t as the number of years after 2000. (Round each coefficient to three places after the decimal.) D(t) = (b) Use the model to predict the percent of U.S. adults with diabetes in 2042. US adults with Year Diabetes (percentage) (

2010 14.2
2015 19.2
2020 21.1
2025 24.2
2030 27.7
2035 30.1
2040 31.2
2045 32.1
2050 33.4

In: Statistics and Probability