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Cost of capital

Example 2.2

The ordinary shares of Smith plc are quoted at $3.60 per share. A dividend of
40 cents is about to be paid. The expected growth rate of dividends is 7%.

Required:

Calculate the cost of equity. Show your answer to 1 decimal place.

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