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. AAA, Inc. currently has an issue of bonds outstanding that will mature in 31 years. The bonds have a face value of $1,000 and a stated annual coupon rate of 20.0% with annual coupon payments. The bond is currently selling for $890. The bonds may be called in 4 years for 120.0% of the par value ($1200). What is your expected quoted annual rate of return if you buy the bonds and hold them until maturity?
6. BBB, Inc. bonds have a par value of $1,000, a 33-year maturity, and an annual coupon rate of 12.0% with annual coupon payments. The bonds are currently selling for $923. The bonds may be called in 4 years for 112.0% of par ($1120). What quoted annual rate of return do you expect to earn if you buy the bonds and company calls them when possible?
7. Compare 30-year bond to a 5-year bond all else equal. Which one is more sensitive to interest rate changes. Why? Please explain.