Questions from General Investment


Q: What are some examples of embedded options in bonds? How do

What are some examples of embedded options in bonds? How do they affect the price of a bond?

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Q: Explain the difference between an original-issue junk bond and a

Explain the difference between an original-issue junk bond and a fallen angel bond.

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Q: All else the same, callable bonds have less interest rate sensitivity

All else the same, callable bonds have less interest rate sensitivity than non callable bonds. Why? Is this a good thing?

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Q: Two callable bonds are essentially identical, except that one has a

Two callable bonds are essentially identical, except that one has a refunding provision while the other has no refunding provision. Which bond is more likely to be called by the issuer? Why?

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Q: Briefly explain why a high level of national debt may be detrimental

Briefly explain why a high level of national debt may be detrimental for economic growth.

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Q: If you believed inflation was going to increase over the coming years

If you believed inflation was going to increase over the coming years, would you rather invest in short-term or long-term debt?

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Q: What is a collateralized mortgage obligation? Why do they exist?

What is a collateralized mortgage obligation? Why do they exist? What are three popular types?

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Q: In general, if you buy a call option, what stock

In general, if you buy a call option, what stock price is needed for you to break even on the transaction ignoring taxes and commissions? If you buy a put option?

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Q: What is a collateralized mortgage obligation? Why do they exist?

What is a collateralized mortgage obligation? Why do they exist? What are three popular types?

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Q: Which has greater interest rate risk, an IO or a PO

Which has greater interest rate risk, an IO or a PO strip?

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