Which of the following appears to be the most appropriate goal for corporate management?

a. Maximizing the company's market share

b. Maximizing the market value of the company's shares

c. Minimizing the company's liabilities

d. Maximizing the current profits of the company

b. Maximizing the market value of the company's shares

Explanation:

The main goal of corporate management is to maximize shareholder value. This is done through prioritizing and acting in the best interest of shareholders. This involves investing in short term and long term projects that provide the maximum profits and in turn increases the return to investors. Total rate of return will be the sum of dividend yield and capital gains yield.