Solution: EBIT-EPS and capital structure Data-Check is considering two capital structures. The key information is shown in the following table. Assume
Question: EBIT–EPS and capital structure Data-Check is considering two capital structures.
The key information is shown in the following table. Assume a 40%
tax rate.
USE $ 50,000 + $ 60,000 as EBIT
Source of capital Structure A Structure B
Long-term debt $100,000 at 16% coupon rate $200,000 at 17% coupon rate
Common stock 4,000 shares 2,000 shares
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Calculate two
EBIT–EPS coordinates
for each of the structures by selecting
any two EBIT values and finding their associated EPS values. - Plot the two capital structures on a set of EBIT–EPS axes.
- Indicate over what EBIT range, if any, each structure is preferred.
- Discuss the leverage and risk aspects of each structure.
- If the firm is fairly certain that its EBIT will exceed $75,000, which structure
would you recommend? Why?
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