An issue of 8.5% Series C preferred stock has a par value of $75 million or $40 per share and was sold to investors several years ago at par. According to the terms of the issue, the preferred is scheduled to be redeemed in 25 years at its par value of $40 per share. Dividends are paid quarterly but analyzed as if paid annually. The stock is currently trading at a discount for $35 per share.

2. As a prospective investor in this preferred, what is the expected rate of return to redemption in 25 years? Assume dividends are paid annually and it is exactly 1 year to the next dividend.

1. 4.93%
2. 5.05%
3. 8.50%
4. 9.86%
5. 10.11%