AB acquired an investment in a debt instrument on 1 January 20X5 at its nominal value of $25,000, which it intends to hold until maturity. The instrument carried a fixed coupon interest rate of 5%, payable in arrears. Transactions costs of $5,000 were paid in respect of this investment. The effective interest rate applicable to this instrument was estimated at 9%.
Calculate the value of this investment that AB will include in its statement of financial position at 31 December 20X5.
Give your answer to the nearest whole number.
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