A forward-rate agreement (FRA) is a contractual agreement between two parties that determines the rate of interest to be paid/ranked on a future loan or deposit. This financial instrument allows parties to lock in interest rates for future transactions, providing a hedge against interest rate fluctuations.
Staggering Maturities is a technique used by bond investors to lower risk by diversifying investments across bonds with varying maturities. This approach helps in hedging against interest rate movements and mitigating the volatility associated with long-term bonds.
