COST OF EQUITY Definition

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COST OF EQUITY (COE) is the minimum rate of return a firm must offer owners to compensate for waiting for their returns, and for bearing risk. It is calculated: COE = Dividends per Share (for next year) / Current Market Value of Stock + Growth Rate of Dividends.

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SECURED is an obligation backed by a pledge of collateral. Opposite of unsecured.

CREDIT SALES are merchandise or services sold on the promise to pay later.

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