Practice mode Finance

How does a fall in interest rates affect a bondholder’s income?

Correct answer C. Reduction in income

Explanation

When rates fall, coupons and maturing principal must be reinvested at lower yields, so the bondholder's income declines. This is known as reinvestment rate risk.

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