USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)

question 70

Multiple Choice

USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)
The S&P 500 stock index is at 1100. The annualized interest rate is 3.5 percent, and the annualized dividend is 2 percent.
-Refer to Exhibit 15.9. If the futures contract was currently available for 1250, calculate the arbitrage profit.

• A) $0
• B) $133.41
• C) -$133.41
• D) $147.25
• E) -$147.25

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Definitions:

S&P's BBB

A credit rating by Standard & Poor's that indicates an investment grade with moderate credit risk.

Bond Ratings

A system used to assess the credit quality and risk level of bonds, typically assigned by rating agencies.

Sinking Fund Provisions

A requirement for a debtor to set aside funds at regular intervals to repay a bond or loan before its maturity in order to ensure the safety of the investment for creditors.

Bond Issue

The process by which a government or corporation raises funds by issuing bonds to investors, who lend them money in exchange for periodic interest payments and the return of principal at maturity.