1 You have been hired to value a new 10-year callable, convertible bond. The bond has a 5.6 per cent coupon rate, payable annually. The conversion price is £150, and the equity currently sells for £44.75. The share price is expected to grow at 8 per cent per year. The bond is callable at £1,100 but based on prior experience it will not be called unless the conversion value is £1,200. The required return on this bond is 6 per cent.

What value would you assign to this bond? (30 marks)