LP5: Company Stock

Directions: Given that the valuation models in Chapter 7 focused on Johnson & Johnson, it seems only appropriate to continue the analysis using more current data from Johnson & Johnson's website. Go to www.jnj.com .

Under the Investor heading, look at the quarterly listing of dividends paid, comment on the growth in dividends and the pattern of payment. What are your expectations for future growth of dividends?

Under Stock Information, click on "Stock Quote/Chart" on the same page. Under "Period," click on History and select the dates in the calendars for the past five years. Then click Refresh. By approximately what percentage, has the price of Johnson & Johnson stock changed over the last five years?

Click on "Trading Statistics." Find "Percent of Shares Outstanding Held by Institutional Investors." Anything over 50 percent is considered high. How does Johnson & Johnson fare on this statistic?

Write a 1-2 page summary of your findings as it relates to this learning plan.