Option Adjusted Spread

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Definition

Option Adjusted Spread is the Spread (difference) on the price of a similar non-prepayable fixed income product to account for Prepayment Risk

The "option" being referred to is the Prepayment Option held by the Borrower where that is allowed by the loan contract.