Effective Duration

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Effective Duration
Calculation of duration for an embedded option bond through the formula for determining approximate duration. The duration thus calculated reflects the expectation of fluctuation in cash flow owing to the existence of the option. Evaluates the sensitivity of price of a bond considering that a change will occur in cash flows expected as the option that is embedded causes rate of interest to change.

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