Series 52: 5.3.1.2. Yield To Maturity

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5.3.1.2.  Yield to Maturity

Yield to maturity (YTM) is the anticipated yield of a bond that is bought and held to maturity. It is, essentially, the rate of return over the life of the bond based on its current value in the market. Though the calculation is too complex to do with a pencil or to learn for the exam, it is one tool used by investors to compare bonds having different coupon rates and different maturities. Municipal securities are most often quoted at their yield to maturity.

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