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3I0-012 · Question #251
Does the slope of the interest yield curve typically have a substantial impact on a bank's net interest margin?
The correct answer is D. Yes it does. Long-term rates usually apply to a bank's assets (loans, securities, etc.) and the short term. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
Does the slope of the interest yield curve typically have a substantial impact on a bank's net interest margin?
Options
- ANo, it doesn't, since the slope of the yield cure is unrelated to the spread between short-term and long-term
- BNo, it doesn't. There isn't any link at all between the slope of the interest yield curve and a bank's net
- CYes it does. In banking, long-term rates usually apply to bank deposits and money market borrowings
- DYes it does. Long-term rates usually apply to a bank's assets (loans, securities, etc.) and the short term
How the community answered
(35 responses)- A3% (1)
- B6% (2)
- C17% (6)
- D74% (26)
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