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Which of the following is an example of a coverage ratio?
Which of the following is an example of a coverage ratio?
What defines reinvestment rate risk?
What defines reinvestment rate risk?
Which type of bond has a higher claim on assets in the event of liquidation?
Which type of bond has a higher claim on assets in the event of liquidation?
What is the term structure of interest rates primarily concerned with?
What is the term structure of interest rates primarily concerned with?
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect bond ratings?
Which of the following factors does NOT affect bond ratings?
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What is the par value of a bond?
What is the par value of a bond?
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Which of the following describes the maturity of a bond?
Which of the following describes the maturity of a bond?
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What does a bond's coupon interest rate represent?
What does a bond's coupon interest rate represent?
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What is default risk in the context of bonds?
What is default risk in the context of bonds?
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What is a call provision in a bond?
What is a call provision in a bond?
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Which component is not typically considered a key feature of bonds?
Which component is not typically considered a key feature of bonds?
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How is the yield of a bond typically measured?
How is the yield of a bond typically measured?
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What happens to bond prices when market interest rates increase?
What happens to bond prices when market interest rates increase?
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What does yield to maturity (YTM) represent?
What does yield to maturity (YTM) represent?
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For a bond with a coupon rate higher than the market interest rate, how is the bond priced?
For a bond with a coupon rate higher than the market interest rate, how is the bond priced?
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What relationship does the price of a coupon bond have with the years remaining to maturity?
What relationship does the price of a coupon bond have with the years remaining to maturity?
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In the given example with a bond that has a face value of $1000 and a coupon rate of 9%, what is its price if interest rates increase to 14%?
In the given example with a bond that has a face value of $1000 and a coupon rate of 9%, what is its price if interest rates increase to 14%?
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In calculating the price of a coupon bond, what does 'C' represent?
In calculating the price of a coupon bond, what does 'C' represent?
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What will likely happen to the price of a bond if inflation decreases?
What will likely happen to the price of a bond if inflation decreases?
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When a bond is sold below its par value, what is it classified as?
When a bond is sold below its par value, what is it classified as?
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What happens to the price of a bond when market interest rates increase?
What happens to the price of a bond when market interest rates increase?
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How is the current yield of a bond calculated?
How is the current yield of a bond calculated?
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What is the formula for calculating capital gains yield?
What is the formula for calculating capital gains yield?
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If a bond has a yield to maturity (YTM) of 10.91%, what does this indicate?
If a bond has a yield to maturity (YTM) of 10.91%, what does this indicate?
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What is the effect of changing from annual to semiannual coupon payments?
What is the effect of changing from annual to semiannual coupon payments?
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What factors affect the default risk and bond ratings?
What factors affect the default risk and bond ratings?
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When calculating the yield to call (YTC) for a callable bond, what components are used in the formula?
When calculating the yield to call (YTC) for a callable bond, what components are used in the formula?
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What is the relationship between yield to maturity and bond price?
What is the relationship between yield to maturity and bond price?
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What is the primary feature of callable bonds that affects both issuers and investors?
What is the primary feature of callable bonds that affects both issuers and investors?
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What does the yield to maturity (YTM) represent for a bond?
What does the yield to maturity (YTM) represent for a bond?
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How is the cash flow of a zero-coupon bond typically structured?
How is the cash flow of a zero-coupon bond typically structured?
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What calculation is necessary to determine the price of a zero-coupon bond?
What calculation is necessary to determine the price of a zero-coupon bond?
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For a 10-year bond with a face value of Rs 1000 and a coupon rate of 5.5% with semi-annual payments, what is the coupon payment?
For a 10-year bond with a face value of Rs 1000 and a coupon rate of 5.5% with semi-annual payments, what is the coupon payment?
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What typically characterizes a deferred call feature in bonds?
What typically characterizes a deferred call feature in bonds?
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What is the implication of the yield curve for zero-coupon bonds?
What is the implication of the yield curve for zero-coupon bonds?
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What is a common risk associated with callable bonds for investors?
What is a common risk associated with callable bonds for investors?
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What is the annual yield to maturity (YTM) for a bond with a face value of $1,000, priced at $1,050, and has a coupon rate of 6% with 10 years to maturity?
What is the annual yield to maturity (YTM) for a bond with a face value of $1,000, priced at $1,050, and has a coupon rate of 6% with 10 years to maturity?
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If a bond sells at a premium, which statement is true?
If a bond sells at a premium, which statement is true?
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How is the yield to maturity (YTM) impacted if a bond’s coupon rate is lower than the market interest rates?
How is the yield to maturity (YTM) impacted if a bond’s coupon rate is lower than the market interest rates?
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What is the effect of an increase in market interest rates on the price of existing bonds?
What is the effect of an increase in market interest rates on the price of existing bonds?
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Calculating the YTM, which formula is used for a bond that pays coupons semi-annually?
Calculating the YTM, which formula is used for a bond that pays coupons semi-annually?
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Which bond would likely trade at a discount if yields are at 5%?
Which bond would likely trade at a discount if yields are at 5%?
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What is the YTM approximation method formula considering a bond with a current selling price of 963.11 and a face value of 1000 with 5 years to maturity?
What is the YTM approximation method formula considering a bond with a current selling price of 963.11 and a face value of 1000 with 5 years to maturity?
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Given a semi-annual coupon bond with a face value of Rs 1000 and a coupon rate of 2.2%, what would the yield to maturity (YTM) be using the shortcut method?
Given a semi-annual coupon bond with a face value of Rs 1000 and a coupon rate of 2.2%, what would the yield to maturity (YTM) be using the shortcut method?
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Study Notes
Bond Valuation
- Bonds are debt instruments issued by a company or government.
- Investors lend money in exchange for receiving periodic interest payments.
- The initial investment is repaid at maturity.
- Bonds are a form of fixed-income investment with predictable returns.
- Investors use bonds to diversify their portfolios and generate additional income.
Types of Bonds
- Corporate Bonds
- Municipal Bonds
- Treasury Bonds
- Junk Bonds
- Bond Funds
Advantages of Bonds
- Receive income through interest payments.
- Hold the bond to maturity to get the principal back.
- Can profit if you resell the bond at a higher price.
Disadvantages of Bonds
- Bonds pay out lower returns than stocks.
- Companies may default on bonds.
- Bond yields can fall.
Bond Terminology
- Bond Certificate: Outlines the bond's terms and payment details.
- Coupons: Periodic interest payments. Usually semiannual. Determined by the coupon rate stated on the certificate.
- Coupon Rate x Face Value = Amount Paid
- Maturity Date: Bond's final payment date.
- Principal/Face Value: The notional amount used to compute interest, usually repaid at maturity.
- Term: Time remaining until repayment.
Key Features of a Bond
- Par Value: Face amount paid at maturity.
- Coupon Interest Rate: Stated interest rate. Multipling by par value determines the dollars/rupees of interest. Generally fixed.
- Maturity: Years until bond repayment. Declines over time.
- Issue Date: Bond's issuance date.
- Default Risk: Risk of issuer missing interest or principal payments or both.
Sample Bond Issue (Example)
- Specific example of NTPC Ltd. bond details
- Coupon Rate: 8.91%
- Face Value: ₹1,000
- Maturity Date: 16-Dec-2033
- Last Traded Price: ₹1,367.80
- Last Traded Date: 29-Nov-2024
- Other data points included
Call Provision
- Issuers can refund if interest rates fall. This benefits the issuer but harms the investor.
- Consequently, borrowers are willing to pay more, and lenders require more on callable bonds.
- Most bonds have a deferred call.
Bond Issue in India
- Links to websites providing information on bond issues in India.
Class Problem - 1 (Description)
- Describes a specific bond with specified details.
- Asks for the coupon payment calculation.
- Requests a cash flow timeline diagram for the bond.
Class Exercise - 2 (Description)
- Presents a timeline of payments for a bond.
- Questions on maturity, coupon rate, and face value calculations.
Zero-Coupon Bond Cash Flows
- Cash flows for zero-coupon bonds are described
Yield to Maturity (YTM)
- The rate of return on a bond held to its maturity date.
- The discount rate that makes the present value of the bond payments equal to the current market price.
Yield to Maturity of an n-Year Zero-Coupon Bond
- Mathematical formula for calculating YTM of a zero-coupon bond
Example Yields to Maturity
- Numerical example demonstrating calculation of yield to maturity for a one-year zero-coupon bond.
Class Exercise - 3 (Description)
- Presents various zero-coupon bonds with maturity and prices.
- Requires calculation of the yield to maturity.
Class Problem - 2 (Description)
- Presents a table of zero-coupon bond prices.
- Asks for calculating the yield to maturity for each bond
Zero-Coupon Yield Curve Description
Computing the Price of a Zero-Coupon Bond
Price of a Coupon Bond
- Explains the formula for calculating the price of a coupon bond
- Includes details on bond price
Class Example (Description)
Yield to Maturity of a Coupon Bond
Cash Flow of Coupon Bond
Price of a Coupon Bond
Class Example (Description)
Example of a Bond (Description)
Finding our current price/MP of the Bond
What would happen if inflation goes up
What would happen if inflation fell
Bond Value ($) vs. Years Remaining to Maturity
What's "yield to maturity"?
YTM on a 10-Year, 9% Annual Coupon Bond
Find r
Finding our Rate?
Find YTM if price were $1,134.20.
YTM on Coupon Bond
YTM on a Coupon Bond (Example)
Using Short cut method
Current Yield
Bond Prices Immediately After a Coupon Payment
Effect of Time on Bond Price
Class Problem (Description)
Class Problem (Description)
Class Exercise (Description)
Exercise for Practice (Description)
Callable Bonds and Yield to Call
Nominal Yield to Call (YTC)
What Factors Affect Default Risk and Bond Ratings
Other Factors That Affect Bond Ratings
What Is Reinvestment Rate Risk
What is reinvestment rate risk
Term Structure Yield Curve
Term Structure of Interest Rates
Bond Prices (Why they change)
Determining the Discount or Premium of a Coupon Bond
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Test your knowledge on key concepts related to bonds, including coverage ratios, interest rates, and default risks. This quiz covers various aspects of bond features such as coupon rates, par value, and yield to maturity. Perfect for finance students looking to deepen their understanding of bonds.