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Modified Duration

Learn how to use modified duration in evaluating the impact of interest rates on bond investments.

By Keith Speights – Updated Nov 19, 2024 at 12:02PM

Key Points

  • Modified duration measures price sensitivity to interest rate changes.
  • The calculation for modified duration is relatively straightforward.
  • Modified duration is important for investors in determining whether to buy, sell, or hold bonds.

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