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Explanation:
A hedge ratio determines the amount of par of the hedge position that needs to be bought or sold for every $1 par value of the original position. The goal of hedging is to lock in the value of a position even in the face of small changes in yield. The hedge ratio is given by:
Interpretation: For every $100 par value of the 20-year bond, short $159 of par of the 10-year bond.
Q.1601 A 20-year semiannual coupon bond has a DV01 of 0.18125. An investor wishes to hedge his position in this bond with another 10-year semiannual coupon bond whose DV01 is equal to 0.11369. What is the hedge ratio?
A
1.85
B
1.59
C
1.2
D
1.5
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