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YZ Inc. is experiencing rapid growth. Earnings and dividends are expected to grow at a
rate of 17% during the next 2 years, at 15% the following year, and at a constant rate of 7% during Year 4
and thereafter. Its last dividend was $1.55, and its required
a. Calculate the value of the stock today.
b. Calculate P1 and P2 (Prices for Year 1 and Year 2).
c. Calculate the dividend and
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