Abstract
This note discusses the concepts of zero coupon bonds, yield to maturity, spot rates, forward rates and term structure. The implications of various theories of term structure for interest rate movements and the strategy of "riding the yield curve" are highlighted. The note concludes with a brief overview of methods of estimating the term structure.
Additional Information
| Product Type | Technical Note |
|---|---|
| Reference No. | F&A0429TEC |
| Title | Term Structure of Interest Rates |
| Pages | 4 |
| Published on | Feb 8, 1996 |
| Authors | Sinha, Sidharth; |
| Area | Finance and Accounting (F&A) |
| Discipline | Finance |
| Sector | Public Sector |
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