All else the same, an investor is likely to prefer a firm with a high dividend payout if the firm's dividend payout is restricted by a bond indenture.

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An investor might actually prefer a lower dividend payout if it means the firm is reinvesting earnings into potentially profitable projects, especially if the dividend payout is restricted to ensure financial stability and compliance with bond covenants.

All Else the Same, an Investor Is Likely to Prefer