An investor requires a return of 12 percent of risky securities. A stock sells for $25, it pays a dividned of $1 and the dividends compound annually at 7%. Will this investor find the stock attractive? What is the maximum amount that this investor should pay for the stock?". an investor requires a return of 12 percent of risky securities. A stock sells for $25, it pays a dividned of $1 and the dividends compound annually at 7%. Will this investor find the stock attractive? What is the maximum amount that this investor should pay for the stock?".