A bond's rate sensitivity depends on its coupon and which other factor?
ACredit rating of issuer
BFace value currency
CExchange of listing
DTime to maturity
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Time to maturity
Price sensitivity to market rates is driven by time left to maturity together with the coupon rate.
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