Sterling, Cooper, Draper, Price would like to go public to raise $58 million to support expected growth. Their investment bank charges the following:
7.7% underwriting spread for a firm commitment
$210,128 in legal fees
The underwriter feels that the IPO will be priced at $29.95 per share. How many shares must be issued to net the company the proceeds it needs to fund its future investment (Hint: The total amount issued must cover the required net proceeds plus all fees and the underwriter's spread)?