Professor Instructions and Requirements:
Please remember the initial post should be written as early in the week as possible, and the peer responses by Saturday.
When you make your initial post, please fully answer the question and make substantive responses. You may not use any quoted material even if sources are cited. Please make sure all posts are written entirely in your own words.
1. What is the relationship between interest rate level and bond price? Why must this relationship be true? How has the current rate environment impacted the prices of bonds?
2. What are some factors to consider in evaluating a company’s ability to make payments on outstanding debt? Please explain the factors rather than just providing a list.