Question

The coupon rate on an issue of debt is 9%. The yield to maturity on this...

The coupon rate on an issue of debt is 9%. The yield to maturity on this issue is 9%. The corporate tax rate is 40%. What would be the approximate after-tax cost of debt for a new issue of bonds? (Round your answer to 2 decimal places.) 6.85% 7.55% 5.40% 4.05%

0 0
Add a comment Improve this question Transcribed image text
Answer #1

C. 5.40%

After Tax Cost of Debt = 9%(1 - 0.40)

After Tax Cost of Debt = 5.40%

Add a comment
Know the answer?
Add Answer to:
The coupon rate on an issue of debt is 9%. The yield to maturity on this...
Your Answer:

Post as a guest

Your Name:

What's your source?

Earn Coins

Coins can be redeemed for fabulous gifts.

Not the answer you're looking for? Ask your own homework help question. Our experts will answer your question WITHIN MINUTES for Free.
Similar Homework Help Questions
ADVERTISEMENT
Free Homework Help App
Download From Google Play
Scan Your Homework
to Get Instant Free Answers
Need Online Homework Help?
Ask a Question
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 3 hours.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT