Define in the Modigliani-Miller equation (MM equation), why is the market value of the levered firm greater as compared to the market value of an equivalent unlevered firm?
The levered firm has a greater market value since less money is taken from the firm by the government in taxes because of tax-deductible interest payments. So, there is more cash left for investor groups as compared to when the firm is financed along with all-equity funds.