Fixed-income investments offer a predictable and steady income stream—an attractive strategy for those seeking to diversify their portfolios to reduce overall risk. Fixed-income securities typically have regular interest payments and a predetermined maturity date. Some common types include fixed-rate bonds, convertible bonds, fixed annuities, treasury securities, and floating-rate notes.
This open-access cheat sheet concisely compiles essential fixed-income valuation formulas, conveniently organized and easily accessible. It provides a quick reference to vital questions:
- How do you calculate yields, fixed and floating rates, accrued interest, and full and flat prices?
- How do you convert the annual percentage rate of a bond to different periodicities?
- What is the relationship between forward rates and spot rates?
Fixed-Income Investments Cheat Sheet is an excellent resource for financial analysts, financial advisors, investment analysts, wealth managers, portfolio managers, and finance students.
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