The Modigliani-Miller Theorem for Equity Participation

John F. McDonald

Heller College of Business, Roosevelt University, Chicago, USA.

DOI: 10.4236/tel.[phone]                

Abstract

The paper shows that the use of an equity participation loan has no effect on the value of the firm, and that taxation of the borrowing firm and lender reduces firm value. The paper includes the assumption that firms borrow at an interest rate that is greater than the rate at which they can lend, so the value of the firm declines with the amount borrowed. Also, it is assumed that the firm may go bankrupt, which introduces the need for financial intermediation, as discussed by McDonald [1]. A state-preference model is employed.

Keywords

Equity Participation; Valuation; Modigliani-Miller Theorem

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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