Unlocking the Secrets of Interest Rate Markets: What You Need to Know
The article discusses interest rate markets, bonds, futures, swaps, and trading strategies. It covers tools of the trade, basics of bonds, risks in fixed income, and drivers of interest rates. The researchers explain carry and relative value trades, hedging risks, trading swap spreads, and interest rate options. They also delve into treasury futures basis and rolls. Key findings include understanding bond pricing, yield curves, and the impact of supply and demand on interest rates. The article provides insights into trading strategies, risk management, and the dynamics of interest rate markets.