This document discusses key concepts related to bond valuation including:
- The features of bonds such as par value, coupon rate, maturity date, and yield to maturity.
- How the value of bonds is affected by factors like call provisions, sinking funds, and coupon rates relative to market rates.
- Methods for calculating the value of a bond using the present value of cash flows, as well as calculating yields such as current yield and yield to maturity.
- How changes in market rates over time impact the prices of bonds selling at a premium or discount.