a. In terms of option theory, explain the impact on the offering yield of adding a call

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a. In terms of option theory, explain the impact on the offering yield of adding a call feature to a proposed bond issue.
b. Explain the impact on both bond duration and convexity of adding a call feature to a proposed bond issue. Assume that a portfolio of corporate bonds is managed to maintain targets for modified duration and convexity.
c. Explain how the portfolio could include both callable and noncallable bonds while maintaining the targets.
d. Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of including callable bonds in this portfolio.

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Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management

ISBN: 978-0538482387

10th Edition

Authors: Frank K. Reilly, Keith C. Brown

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