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Estimating default probabilities

In the latest issue of Risk, Nicholas Keifer looks at the probability approach to estimating default probabilities. Conclusion: generally useful, but careful around extreme cases. Discuss the paper below.

Also: Moody's have followed S&P and downgraded a large number of mortgage-backed securities.

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