Use the hamada equation to calculate the unlevered beta for AGP Corporation, assuming the following data: Levered beta = b = 1.4; T = 40%; wd = 45%. (0.939) suppose rRF = 6% and RPM = 5%. What would be the cost of equity of it had no debt?
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Use the hamada equation to calculate the unlevered beta for AGP Corporation, assuming the following data: Levered beta = b = 1.4; T = 40%; wd = 45%. (0.939) suppose rRF = 6% and RPM = 5%. What would be the
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