Question

The bonds issued by Stainless Tubs bear an 8 percent coupon, payable semiannually. The bonds mature in 11 years and have a $1,000 face value. Currently, the bonds sell for $952. What is the yield to maturity?

Answer 1

8.69%

Step-by-step explanation:

Face value (FV)=$ 1,000.00

Coupon rate=8.00%

Interest per period (PMT) =$30.00

Bond price (PV)=$ 952.00

Number of years to maturity 11

Number of compounding periods till maturity (N) 22

Bond Yield to maturity RATE(NPER,PMT,PV,FV)*2 = 8.69 %