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Introduction to Yellow Sheets Yellow sheets are an essential resource for bond traders dealing with over-the-counter (OTC) corporate bonds. Published by the OTC Markets Group, these bulletins offer a comprehensive collection of data on each bond’s yield, volume, high, low, closing price, and bid-ask spread. While yellow sheets have been
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Introduction to Wild Card Options A wild card option is a valuable right held by sellers in the Treasury bond futures market. This feature permits the seller to delay delivering its underlying asset—specifically, U.S. Treasury bonds—after regular trading hours. By doing so, the seller can potentially secure a more advantageous
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Understanding Roll-Down Returns A roll-down return is a crucial strategy for maximizing yield in the world of bond investing, particularly for institutional investors seeking to make informed decisions based on the ever-changing yield curve. This strategy entails buying a bond when it’s trading away from its par value and selling
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Overview of Premium Bonds Premium bonds refer to bonds that trade at a price above their face value or cost more than the issuance amount. These bonds offer an elevated interest rate compared to prevailing market conditions, making them attractive to investors. However, it’s important to understand the factors contributing
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Overview of On-the-Run & Off-the-Run Treasuries Off-the-run treasuries and on-the-run treasuries are two essential concepts when investing in U.S. government securities. While both types of Treasury securities serve as critical building blocks for fixed income portfolios, they carry unique characteristics that distinguish them from one another. Off-the-run treasuries (OTRs) represent
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