Yield to maturity (YTM) is the total return if you hold a bond to maturity, including coupon payments and any price change. It assumes reinvestment of coupons at the same rate. YTM is the standard way to compare bonds.
Example
A bond bought at $950 with 4% coupon may have 5% YTM.
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