Gaudente2 wrote:on the NSE site I see a price of 81.30 for this bond, meaning a yield to maturity of about 15% ... is that price real or is the market illiquid ?
@Gaudente,
It could be both.
On one hand, the market is trying to avoid placing funds in long term investments...which is a common thing at this time of our country i.e. at least 18 months before the election.
In looking at the latest yield curve (i.e. as at 5 August 2011), I notice that there is no difference between the yield for a 25 year and 30 year bond. That tells you how much investors are being cautious.
On the other hand, I believe that the price could be about right for such kind of durations. Its really not about the investment being illiquid but how much risk (or its perception) is being factored for such an investment.
Let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards