Maturity stays constant until the bond matures


Problem:

A 15-year bond with a face value of $1,000 currently sells for $850. Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

  • The bond's coupon rate exceeds its current yield.
  • The bond's current yield exceeds its yield to maturity.
  • The bond's yield to maturity is greater than its coupon rate.
  • The bond's current yield is equal to its coupon rate.

Required:

If the yield to maturity stays constant until the bond matures, the bond's price will remain at $850.

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