Equity Vols and CDS spreads are clearly related as both reflect the condition of the underlying company. Arbitrage is hardly possible due to CDS...
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The AM settlement reflect where the correct cash index price opened, same as PM settlement reflecting the correct cash close. If you unwind a...
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