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neilmaths
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bond RV zero?

March 12th, 2009, 2:43 pm

In what case, if any, can a bonds redemption value be zero?thanks
 
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Martinghoul
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bond RV zero?

March 12th, 2009, 2:48 pm

The only case I can think of is if the bond in question is an unfloored CIB-style stinker,... erm, linker. Even then it can't be exactly zero, strictly speaking.