Marge wants to buy ABC stock on margin. She has $20,000 to invest, ABC stock sells for
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Question:
Marge wants to buy ABC stock on margin. She has $20,000 to invest, ABC stock sells for $100 per share, the initial margin requirement is 50%, and the maintenance margin is 30%. Marge borrows as much as possible to buy stock.
a. If the stock price decreased to $80, what is the holding period return?
b. Calculate the percentage margin in (a)
c. What is the highest price that would trigger a margin call?
Related Book For
Posted Date: