Question: GHI Corp is considering a proposal to build a unique smartphone. Given that smartphone technology changes rapidly the project will last for three years and

GHI Corp is considering a proposal to build a unique smartphone. Given that smartphone technology changes rapidly the project will last for three years and requires an up-front investment into equipment of $1.5m which will be depreciated straight-line over three years. Sales will be $5 million for each of the three years. Total manufacturing costs and operating expenses (excluding depreciation) are 80% of sales, and profits are taxed at 30%. Finally, the project requires an immediate (i.e. in year 0) initial investment into net working capital of $500,000 which will be fully recovered at the end of year 3. If the cost of capital is 15% determine if this project should be accepted or not. (50 marks) (b) Discuss the winners curse theory of underpricing and the proxies for ex ante uncertainty.

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