alleryStart learning →In the Gordon formula, what does k stand for from the equity investor's view?
ARetention ratio
BExpected dividend
CRequired return rate
DDividend growth rate
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Required return rate
k is the rate of return the equity investor demands, used to discount the dividends.
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