24-46 Which of the Following Is the Primary Factor That

question 62

Multiple Choice

24-46 Which of the following is the primary factor that determines the fixed and floating rates set at the time an interest rate swap is initiated?

• A)Actual market rates that materialized over the life of the swap contract.
• B)London interbank offer rate.
• C)Upfront fee payments.
• D)Market's expectations of future short-term rates.
• E)Varying notional values underlying the swap.

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