Which of the Following Describes the Condition Known as Runoff

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the condition known as runoff in the repricing model approach to measuring interest rate risk of an FI?

• A)Periodic cash flow of interest and principal amortization payments on long-term assets that can be reinvested at market rates.
• B)The effect that a change in the spread between rates on RSAs and RSLs has on net interest income as interest rates change.
• C)Mismatch of asset and liabilities within a maturity bucket.
• D)The relations between changes in interest rates and changes in net interest income.
• E)Those deposits that act as an FI's long-term sources of funds.

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Definitions:

Interest Rate Risk

The potential loss in value of an investment due to a change in interest rates.

Junk Bonds

Junk bonds are high-yield bonds that carry a higher risk of default compared to investment-grade bonds, offering higher interest rates to compensate for the increased risk.

Interest Rate Risk

The potential for investment losses due to fluctuations in the interest rates, affecting the value of interest-bearing assets like bonds.

Variable Rate Coupons

Bonds or other loans that have interest payments adjusted at periodic intervals based on a reference interest rate.