The year is 2017 and you currently manage the investment


The year is 2017 and you currently manage the investment portfolio for a large corporation, you currently hold $50 million 5 3/8% Treasury bonds that mature in 2025. You expect interest rates to rise over the next year ad want to hedge your position. If Treasury rates increase by 1% the price will fall 4.75% and if the rate on the Treasury bond futures contract increases by 1% the price will fall 3.5%. Also, when the rate on the Treasury bond futures contract increases by 1% the rate on your treasury will increase by 1.5%. How many contracts should you purchase to hedge your position?

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