Question

Ryngaert Inc. recently issued noncallable bonds that mature in 15 years. They have a par value of $1,000 and an annual coupon of 5.7%. If the current market interest rate is 6.8%, at what price should the bonds sell?

$844.62

$979.40

$736.80

$1,006.36

$898.53

Answer 1

Answer:

$898.54

Explanation:

The Price of the Bonds is equal to the Present Value or Fair Value of the Bonds.

Using the Financial Calculator, Input elements will be as follows :

N = 15

pmt = $1,000 × 5.7% = $57

YTM / i = 6.8%

Fv = $1,000

Pv = ?

Pv = $898.54

The Coupon rate is lower than the market rate thus the Bonds will fetch a lower price.