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"If the minimum variance hedge ratio is calculated as 1.0 , the hedge must be perfect." Is this statement true? Explain your answer.
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The minimum variance hedge ratio is a measure used in hedging to minimize the variance of the combined position of the asset being hedged and the hedging instrument. It is calculated as the ratio of the covariance between the changes in the value of the asset and Show more…
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