alleryStart learning →For a discount bond, how does YTM compare with current yield?
AYTM is the lower one
BYTM is the higher one
CThey are always equal
DYTM is always zero
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. YTM is the higher one
YTM also reflects the capital gain realised at redemption, so it rises more than the current yield below par.
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