You own your own firm, and you want to raise $40 million to fund an expansion. Currently,

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You own your own firm, and you want to raise $40 million to fund an expansion. Currently, you own 100% of the firm’s equity, and the firm has no debt. To raise the $40 million solely through equity, you will need to sell two-thirds of the firm. However, you would prefer to maintain at least a 50% equity stake in the firm to retain control.

a. If you borrow $15 million, what fraction of the equity will you need to sell to raise the remaining

$25 million? (Assume perfect capital markets.)

b. What is the smallest amount you can borrow to raise the $40 million without giving up control?

(Assume perfect capital markets.)

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Corporate Finance The Core

ISBN: 9781292431611

5th Global Edition

Authors: Jonathan Berk, Peter DeMarzo

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