Discuss the relationship between the coupon rate (original interest rate at time of issue) on a bond and its security provisions. (LO16-1)

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The greater protection is given to the bondholders' class, the lower the interest rate.

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Secured debt

Secured debts refer to that variety of debts in which a corporation pledged some of its specific assets to the bondholders. Assets are pledged for providing security in case of default.

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Relationship between coupon rate on bonds and associated security provisions

Generally, when a corporation provides greater protection or pledges its greater assets to the bondholders, the lower coupon rate is offered on the bonds.

The bondholders are willing to assume some degree ofrisk to receive a higher yield.

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The trustee in the bankruptcy settlement for Titanic Boat Co. lists the following book values and liquidation values for the assets of the corporation. Liabilities and stockholders’ claims are also shown.

Assets

Book value

Liquidation value

Accounts receivables

\(1,400,000

\)1,200,000

Inventory

\(1,800,000

\)900,000

Machinery and equipment

\(1,100,000

\)600,000

Building and plant

\(4,200,000

\)2,500,000

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\(8,500,000

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Liabilities and stockholder’s claims

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Accounts payable

\(2,800,000

First lien, secured by machinery and equipment

\)900,000

Senior unsecured debt

\(2,200,000

Subordinated debenture

\)1,700,000

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\(7,600,000

Stockholder’s claims

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Common stock

\(650,000

Total stockholder’s claims

\)900,000

Total liabilities and stockholder’s claims

$8,500,000

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