Answer:
C. Issuing debt is considered more positive by the markets
Explanation:
According to the pecking order theory a firm may raise money in the following order,
Issuing debt is preferred as the market interprets this as a strength. Generally there is asymmetric information and the market believes that only that firm goes for debt financing that can actually afford and pay it. The firm that can pay of its debt obligations is often considered healthier.
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