(a) Paris Corporation issue Bond Mars which pays a coupon rate of 8% compounded semi- annually, with a maturity period of 10 years. The face value of the bond is $1,000 with an 10% yield to maturity. 2 years later, the bond's yield dropped to 7% due to a recession in the economy. You are required to calculate the value of Bond Mars before the recession and during recession. Furthermore, briefly describe the changes to the bond's value.

(a) Paris Corporation issue Bond Mars which pays a coupon rate of 8% compounded semi- annually, with a maturity period of 10 years. The face value of the bond is $1,000 with an 10% yield to maturity. 2 years later, the bond's yield dropped to 7% due to a recession in the economy. You are required to calculate the value of Bond Mars before the recession and during recession. Furthermore, briefly describe the changes to the bond's value.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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