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Blog Funding Understanding the cost of equity formula

Understanding the cost of equity formula

9 min. read
28 Jan 2026
28 Jan 2026
9 min. read

Cost of debt

Cost of equity

Typical cost

5-10%

8-15%

Repayment obligation

Yes

No

Tax benefits

Yes

No

Impact on ownership

None

Dilutes shares

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