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Interest Rate Swap Evaluation

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Problem

After an explanation of interest rate swaps, calculate which side would be better off from an interest rate swap (client in litigation accused of profiting from it).

Asked in the R1 case stage.

Requirements

  1. Identify the information needed to calculate each party's net economic position.
  2. Define the relevant benefit metric and distinguish realized cash flows from mark-to-market value.
  3. Calculate which counterparty is better off using the supplied swap terms and assumptions.
  4. Explain whether the calculation supports the allegation that the client profited.

Data Available

The case provides swap terms, notional principal, fixed rate, floating-rate observations or forward assumptions, payment dates, discount rates, fees, and cash-flow records. State any missing inputs and assumptions explicitly.