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Bond ratings indicate probability of default1. Downgrade risk (AAA highest) 2. Default risk 3. Credit spread risk
Determined by bid-ask spread
Coupon is reset on a periodic basis (reference rate + fixed margin)
Approximation of price sensitivity of portfolio bonds to a parallel shift in the yield curve
Approximate price change due to 1% change in yield
Increased volatility = increase value of options
Up = decrease in liquidity- lower sale price, decreased returnsDown = increase in liquidity
Yield to Maturity = IRR = coupon reinvestment income + coupons + par
Likely to be called when interest rates low (also repayments more likely)
Duration X (.01) x Price = Dollar duration
If Foreign currency depreciates, reduces returns
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