Let’s аssume thаt the Federаl Funds Rate is decreased. If interest rates decrease: The bоnd market price will (1) ____________ The bоnd’s current yield (i.e., annual cоupon payment ÷ market price of the bond) will (2) ____________ Therefore, interest rates and bond market prices have a (3) ____________ relationship. Note: In the event of an economic downturn, the Fed may choose to lower interest rates. Thus, the Federal Funds Rate can be adjusted—either increased or decreased—depending on real-world economic conditions. However, in this case, we do not consider the possibility of an economic downturn. Note: The Federal Funds Rate is typically decreased by the Federal Reserve when the economy is slowing down or entering a recession.
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