simple ASW transaction Good when the yield curve is flat. Very poor when comparing bonds with very different coupons and the yield curve is steep. Par/Par Spread: Spread applied to floating leg such that Swap PV = 100 – Bond DP <span>Trade: Bond bought for par, plus a swap. Swap fixed schedule matches bond coupons. Floating schedule is [Libor + Spread]. Notional is Par. For given bond price, par/par swap spread falls as the swaps curve steepens.
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