Answer:
$1,161.46
Explanation:
In order to determine the current bond price we can use an excel spreadsheet and the present value formula: =PV(Rate,Nper,PMT,FV)
where:
- Nper = 14 x 2 = 28 (15 year bond issued 1 year ago = 14 years)
- Rate = 5.8% / 2 = 2.9% (semiannual payments)
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PMT = ($1,000 x 7.5%) / 2 = $37.50
- FV = $1,000 (face value of bonds)
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PV = ?
Current price =PV(Rate,Nper,PMT,FV) =PV(2.9%,28,37.50,1000) = $1,161.46
