Financial Statement
Using the Internet, research the financial statements of a company of your choice. Next, discuss the type of bonds it has issued. You will then explain which features make an issue attractive and unattractive to an investor. To conclude this discussion prompt, elaborate on the key features you would suggest on a future bond issue. Provide support for your response.
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In conjunction with Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Motor has issued several types of bonds which are long-term, with an equal or slightly above par value. The company issues corporate bonds which are of three main types: investment grade, high-yield grade and “others”. Investment grade category includes those bonds rated “Baa3/BBB” by more than 2 trade-rating companies (Bob Shanks, 2016).
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