Question

determinant of dividend policy full explanation?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The firm would have an optimum dividend policy which will be determined by the relationship r and k, i.e., if the return on investment exceeds cost of capital the firm should retain the earnings whereas it should distribute the earnings to shareholders in case the required rate of return/cost of capital exceeds

Answer 2

Answer:

The taxation policy of the Government also affects the dividend decision of a firm. A high or low rate of business taxation affects the net earnings of company (after tax) and thereby its dividend policy. Similarly, a firm's dividend policy may be dictated by the income-tax status of its shareholders.