Munn Industrial Components currently finances its operations with 100% equity, but is considering changing its target capital structure to 70% equity and 30% debt. Munn has a large asset base, a 20% operating profit margin, and the average interest rate on debt is expected to be 6.0%. If Munn makes the change to its capital structure and EBIT is unchanged, what is most likely the impact on Munn’s net income and return on equity (ROE) respectively?
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Your answer: C was incorrect. The correct answer was A) Decrease Increase
You should be able to figure out this question with logic (without having to use calculations). The interest expense associated with using debt represents a fixed cost that reduces net income. However, the lower net income value is spread over a smaller base of equity capital, serving to increase the ROE.
不明白。。。。
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发表于 2009-12-16 17:23
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