Problem:
The club auto parts company has recently organized. It is expected to experience no growth for the next 2 years as it identifies its market and acquires its inventory. However, club will grow at an annual rate of 5 percent in the third year and beginning with the fourth year, should attain a 10 percent growth rate which will sustain thereafter. The first dividend (D1) to be paid at the end of the 1st year is expected to be $0.50 per share. Investors require a 15 percent rate of return on club stock.
Q: What dividend yield and capital gains yield should an investor in the Club expect for the first year?
Multiple Choice
A) 0%, 15%
B) 3%; 12%
C) 6%; 9%
D) 10%; 5%
E) 12%; 3%.