Capital structure in light of tough business environment


Company X is considering changing its capital structure in light of the tough business environment. Currently, Company X's total capital consists of:

  • $950 million in debt
  • $20 million in leased assets
  • $500 million of preferred stock
  • $900 million in common stock
  • $750 million in retained earnings

The debt coupon is 8% and tax rate is 40%, while the current preferred share price is $96.20 and the dividend per share is $9.

The company's common stock is trading at $25.50, its dividend payout this year is $1.15, and the growth rate of the dividend is 8.5%.

Leases are at an average cost of 8%.

  • Find the weighted average cost of capital given the data above.
  • If Company X wants to change its capital structure (i.e., lower its WACC), what should it do?

Show your calculations in detail and explain your reasoning.

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