[20] QUESTION THREE Speedy Gonzales is a courier services company. The company needs to older vehicles to improve service delivery and reduce costs. As a are appointed to calculate the cost of capital. replace a few of its financial consultant, you The following information is presented to you with respect to the company's capital structure: 3 million R1 ordinary shares, currently trading at R4 per share 2 million 12% R2 preference shares, currently trading at R3 per share. Debentures with a market value of R1 126 870 and an after tax cost of 7.7%. Bank loan: R800 000 at 16% interest per annum, maturing in 7 years. Additional information: The company has a beta factor of 1.5 and a risk free rate of 6%. Its tax rate is 30% and the return on market is 15%. The current dividend paid on the ordinary shares is 80 cents per share and a growth rate of 13% is maintained. Required: Calculate the weighted average cost of capital, using the Capital Asset Pricing Model to calculate the cost of equity. 2