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OAS (Option-Adjusted Spread)?

Investing IQ | June 24, 2022

What Is Option-Adjusted Spread (OAS)?

Option-adjusted spread (OAS) is a metric used in finance to measure the relative value of a bond or loan against its alternatives. OAS takes into account the embedded options in the security, such as the ability to redeem early or change the interest rate. A higher OAS indicates that a security is more expensive and has more embedded options, while a lower OAS indicates a less expensive security with fewer embedded options.

The calculation can be used to compare different securities or to see how an embedded option affects the value of a security. For example, imagine two bonds with similar credit ratings but different yields. The bond with the higher yield would be considered more risky and would have a higher OAS.

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