Forward Rate
Derives an implied future rate from spot rates under a specified compounding convention.
Formula
Variables: s1 one-period spot; s2 two-period spot; f forward rate
What it means
Derives an implied future rate from spot rates under a specified compounding convention.
Example
Use the 1-year and 2-year spot rates to infer the one-year rate beginning one year forward.
How to interpret it
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