Asked by Jason Garcia on Jun 03, 2024

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Some of the problems with immunization are

A) duration assumes that the yield curve is flat.
B) duration assumes that if shifts in the yield curve occur, these shifts are parallel.
C) immunization is valid for one interest-rate change only.
D) durations and horizon dates change by the same amounts with the passage of time.
E) immunization is valid for one interest-rate change only, duration assumes that the yield curve is flat, and that if shifts in the yield curve occur, these shifts are parallel.

Yield Curve

A graph of yield to maturity as a function of time to maturity.

Immunization

A strategy in fixed-income portfolio management to shield the portfolio's value from interest rate movements.

Duration

A measure of the sensitivity of the price of a bond or other fixed-income investment to changes in interest rates, often used to assess risk.

  • Familiarize oneself with the foundational aspects and challenges entailed in employing immunization strategies for bond portfolio management.
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Rachel HamiltonJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The correct answer is E because it combines three accurate statements about the limitations of immunization: it is valid for a single interest-rate change, assumes a flat yield curve, and assumes parallel shifts in the yield curve if they occur.