
Explanation:
First compute the present value factor sum for the bond cash flows using the spot rates:
For a par bond, the coupon rate under semiannual coupons is:
Convert that semiannual yield to a continuously compounded yield:
Therefore, the two-year par yield with continuous compounding is 4.94%.
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Question 158.3. Bond price using spot rates
Assume the following theoretical continuously compounded spot rates: 2.0% at 0.5 years; 3.0% at 1.0 year; 4.0% at 1.5 years; and 5.0% at 2.0 years. What is the two-year PAR YIELD with continuous compounding?
A
4.88%
B
4.94%
C
5.00%
D
5.04%