The current yield curve for default-free zero-coupon bonds is as follows: Maturity (Years) 1 2 3 YTM 8% 9% 10% All bonds considered in this question have a face value of $1,000. Assume that the pu expectations hypothesis of the term structure holds.

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If market expectations are accurate, what are the expected yields to maturity on 1-
and 2-year zero coupon bonds next year?

And if you purchase a 3-year zero-coupon bond now, what is the expected total rate of
return over the next year assuming that you will sell the bond at the expected price
(price that matches the expected yield in the previous part)? Ignore taxes.

The current yield curve for default-free zero-coupon bonds is as follows:
Maturity (Years)
1
2
3
YTM
8%
9%
10%
All bonds considered in this question have a face value of $1,000. Assume that the pure
expectations hypothesis of the term structure holds.
Transcribed Image Text:The current yield curve for default-free zero-coupon bonds is as follows: Maturity (Years) 1 2 3 YTM 8% 9% 10% All bonds considered in this question have a face value of $1,000. Assume that the pure expectations hypothesis of the term structure holds.
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