If the financial markets are competitive and complete, which ones of the following goals of a firm are equivalent? I. Earnings maximization II. Earnings per share maximization III. Share value maximization IV. Maximizing the utility of existing shareholders I and II Il and III II, II and IV IIlI and IV

What are the real-world factors that would encourage firms to follow a high dividend policy.

The idea that changes in dividend policy reflects managers' views about the firm's future earnings is known as:       a)  Modigliani and Miller Theory   b)  Payoff Theory   c)  Dividend Signaling Hypothesis   d)  Pecking Order Hypothesis

Why do firms pay dividends? International evidence on the determinants of dividend policy.

The dividend policy of a company is a key focus for potential investors. This is because dividends are the main contribution to the assumed investment objective. Hence, it is important that management monitor and review the various factors that influence the company's dividend policy. Critically analyse this statement.

What is the most appropriate goal for a publicly-traded company? O Maximize stock price O Maximize sales O Maximize market share O Maximize earnings O Maximize cash flows

Finance multiple choice question. 9. Which of the following is the primary goal of financial management for all for-profit companies? Maximize value of owners' equity. Maximize net cash flows. Maximize profitability. Minimize risk. Maximize market share.

8. Each of the following is sometimes listed as a reasonable objective for a firm: (a) maximize profit (accounting income), (b) maximize sales (or share of the market), (c) maximize the value of a share of common stock t time periods from now, (d) ensure continuity of existence, (e) maximize the rate of growth, (f) maximize future dividends. Discuss each item and the extent of its relevance to the making of investment decisions.

M-M theroy with perfect market suggests that divident payment: A.It dependes on the company's capital structure and retained earnings B.Has a positive impact on the value of a firm C.Has a negative impact on the value of a firm D.Has no impact on the value of a firm

If the management of a company would like to improve the company's return on equity, what should the management of the company do?