Excel Functions Such as IF,ABS,MIN,and MAX Lead to Nonsmooth Models

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Excel functions such as IF,ABS,MIN,and MAX lead to nonsmooth models.

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Definitions:

Inverse Floaters

Bonds that have coupon rates that move inversely to some reference rate, typically a short-term interest rate.

Coupon Rates

The annual interest rate paid on a bond, expressed as a percentage of the face value.

Interest Rates

The charge, as a percentage of the principal sum, levied by a lender on a borrower for asset usage.

Callable Bond

A type of bond that gives the issuer the right to repay the bond before its maturity date, often at a predetermined price.