1.1.13.1 About Rate Conversion

About Rate Conversion

  • There should be a facility in the system to convert the rates to per annum.
  • Based on the rate type being linear or exponential the conversion from per month rate to per annum rate should be done.

    Table 1-1 About Rate Conversion

    Rate Type Conversion Formula
    Linear Rate Per Year Rate Per Month * 12
    Exponential Rate Per Year (1 + Rate Per Month) ^ 12 – 1
  • Float rates can be based on multiple quote basis:
    • Exponential 252
    • Linear 360
    • Exponential 365
  • Interest rate calculation based on the different quote basis.