Assignment: Bond Valuation
Activity Context
This discussion helps you develop the skills to master the following course competencies:
• Apply the theories, models, and practices of finance to the financial management of the firm.
Activity Instruction
Discuss a type of bond that interests you and how it is differentiated from other bonds. Then explain how interest rates affect their value. Consider the importance of the yield-to-maturity (YTM) in your post.
Post a substantive initial post by Thursday. Support your post as appropriate with the theories presented in this week's required reading.
Response Guidelines
Respond to at least two peers by the Sunday due date. Your responses should be substantive and could involve one or more of the following:
• Debate the topic.
• Ask a probing question.
• Share an insight you gained from your peer's post.
• Make a suggestion.
• Share a personal experience related to the topic.
• Expand on your peer's post.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.