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What primarily differentiates municipal bonds from corporate bonds?
What primarily differentiates municipal bonds from corporate bonds?
- Municipal bonds are only sold by states.
- Municipal bonds are exclusively bought by individuals.
- Municipal bonds are issued by government entities and their political subdivisions. (correct)
- Municipal bonds provide higher interest rates than corporate bonds.
Which statement about corporate bonds is accurate?
Which statement about corporate bonds is accurate?
- Corporate bonds can be bearer bonds or registered bonds. (correct)
- Corporate bonds cannot have attached coupons.
- Corporate bonds are exclusively bought by foreign investors.
- Corporate bonds do not require interest payments.
How do life insurance companies and pension funds benefit from investing in corporate bonds?
How do life insurance companies and pension funds benefit from investing in corporate bonds?
- They exclusively invest in corporate bonds with variable interest rates.
- They lock in high market yields that match their long-term liabilities. (correct)
- They accept bonds with shorter maturities than their liabilities.
- They seek high-risk investments to maximize returns.
What is the primary method used for bringing corporate bonds to market?
What is the primary method used for bringing corporate bonds to market?
What distinguishes a public offering of bonds from a private placement?
What distinguishes a public offering of bonds from a private placement?
Which characteristic of corporate bonds is likely to attract investors such as households?
Which characteristic of corporate bonds is likely to attract investors such as households?
During a competitive offering of bonds, what determines the winning bid?
During a competitive offering of bonds, what determines the winning bid?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of registered corporate bonds?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of registered corporate bonds?
Why is the municipal bond market considered unique compared to other capital markets?
Why is the municipal bond market considered unique compared to other capital markets?
What motivates corporate issuers to use an investment banking firm during bond issues?
What motivates corporate issuers to use an investment banking firm during bond issues?
Flashcards
Municipal Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Debt securities issued by state and local governments, such as cities, counties, and school districts.
Corporate Bonds
Corporate Bonds
A type of debt security issued by corporations to raise capital.
Registered Bonds
Registered Bonds
Bonds where the owner's name is recorded and interest payments are mailed to them.
Bearer Bonds
Bearer Bonds
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Life Insurance Companies & Pension Funds
Life Insurance Companies & Pension Funds
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Public Sale of Corporate Bonds
Public Sale of Corporate Bonds
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Private Placement of Corporate Bonds
Private Placement of Corporate Bonds
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Underwriter
Underwriter
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Competitive Offering
Competitive Offering
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Negotiated Offering
Negotiated Offering
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Study Notes
State and Local Government Bonds (Municipal Bonds)
- Encompass all state and local government issues (cities, counties, schools, transit).
- One of the largest fixed-income markets.
- Distinctive due to a vast number of issuers.
Corporate Bonds
- Debt contracts with periodic interest payments and principal repayment at maturity.
- Two types:
- Bearer bonds: Coupons attached, holder presents for payment.
- Registered bonds: Owner recorded, payment mailed.
- Primarily held by:
- Life insurance companies.
- Pension funds (private and public).
- Households.
- Foreign investors.
- Attractive to insurance/pension funds due to stable cash flows and long-term liabilities, allowing matching maturities to reduce interest rate risk.
Primary Market for Corporate Bonds
- Corporate bonds issued through:
- Public sale: Offered to all interested buyers in the open market.
- Private placement: Sold privately to a limited number of investors.
- Public sale methods:
- Underwritten by investment banking firms: Purchase bonds from the issuer, then resell them to investors.
- Competitive sales (public auction): Issuer advertises for bids, issue goes to lowest bidder (lowest borrowing cost).
- Negotiated offering: Contractual agreement between underwriter and issuer, giving underwriter exclusive rights.
- Underwritten by investment banking firms: Purchase bonds from the issuer, then resell them to investors.
- Private placements arose to address Security and Exchange Act requirements. The act forces firms to disclose information, protecting investors.
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Explore the key concepts surrounding municipal and corporate bonds in this quiz. Understand the differences between state and local government bonds, the types of corporate bonds, and the primary market mechanisms for issuing corporate debt. Perfect for those interested in finance and investment strategies.
