ABC Company has a $10 million bond obligation outstanding which it is considering refunding. The bonds were
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ABC Company has a $10 million bond obligation outstanding which it is considering refunding. The bonds were issued at 12% and the interest rates on similar bonds have declined to 9%. The bonds have 12 years of their 20-year maturity remaining. ABC Company will pay a call premium of 8% and will incur underwriting costs of $400,000 immediately. The company is in a 40% tax bracket. There is no overlap interest period. Should the old issue be refunded?
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