What does CD-ROM mean? CD-ROM, compact disc read-only memory (noun) a compact disk that is used with a computer (rather than with an audio system); a large amount of digital information can be stored and accessed but it cannot be altered by the user
The average life, also referred to as the âweighted average lifeâ or âweighted average maturityâ or âWAM,â is a reflection of the rapidity with which the principal of an issue is expected to be paid.
What is 'Yield To Maturity (YTM)'. Yield to maturity (YTM) is the total return anticipated on a bond if the bond is held until the end of its lifetime. Yield to maturity is considered a long-term bond yield, but is expressed as an annual rate. In other words, it is the internal rate of return of an investment in a bond if the investor holds the bond until maturity and if all payments are made as scheduled.