Can I use the yield to maturity (YTM) on a bond issued by the company as the cost of debt?

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Chapter4: Bond Valuation
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Can I use the yield to maturity (YTM) on a bond issued by the company as the cost of debt?

 

 

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Yes, you can use the YTM

B

No, you cannot use the YTM

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Only if the bond is liquid and has not special feature embedded in it

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