This firm is expecting sales to decrease by 3 percent next


This firm is expecting sales to decrease by 3 percent next year while the profit margin remains constant. The firm wants to increase the dividend payout ratio by 2.5 percent. What is the projected increase in retained earnings for next year? Use the below information to answer the following question. Income Statement For the Year Sales $42,700 Cost of goods sold 29,250 Depreciation 3,750 Earnings before interest and taxes $ 9,700 Interest paid 1,360 Taxable income $ 8,340 Taxes 2,840 Net income $ 5,500 Dividends $1,925 Balance Sheet End-of-Year Cash $1,320 Accounts receivable 3,780 Inventory 10,200 Total current assets $15,300 Net fixed assets 33,600 Total assets $48,900 Accounts payable $ 3,650 Long-term debt 18,100 Common stock ($1 par value) 15,000 Retained earnings 12,150 Total Liab. & Equity $48,900.

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