An investor is considering purchasing one of the following three stocks. Stock X has a market capitalization of $7 billion, pays a relatively high dividend with little increase in earnings, and has a P /E ratio of 11. Stock Y has a market capitalization of $62 billion but does not currentlypay a dividend. StockY has a P /E ratio of 39. Stock Z, a housing industry company, has a market capitalization of $800 million and a P /E of 18.
a.
Classify these stocks according to their market capitalizations.
b.
Which of the three would you classify as a growth stock? Why?
c.
Which stock would be most appropriate for an aggressive investor?
d.
Which stock would be most appropriate for someone seeking a combination of safety and earnings?
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