Describe each type of international bond market instruments including : Straight bonds, Floating Rate Notes, Callable bonds, Convertible bonds, noting their distinguishing characteristics and give one example for each. In a market environment with low interest rate and inflation rate, which one(s) of them is/are expected to be more favorable to the investors ?

2. What are the issues that a borrower and an investor should consider before issuing or investing in a dual-currency bonds ? Consider the pros and cons, risk and return.

3. As an investor, what factors would you consider before investing in the emerging stock market of a developing country ? If the investor insists on investing in emerging stock market(s), what is/are the best options ?

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Types of International Bond Market Instruments a Straight Bonds Straight bonds are fixedincome securities with a predetermined interest rate coupon rate paid periodically until maturity at which point ... View the full answer