November 26, 2024

How to Pull a Forward Curve Directly into Excel

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Introduction

Want to integrate forward curve data directly into your financial model? 🚀 The BlueGamma Excel Add-In makes it simple. With real-time data and easy-to-use formulas, you can save time and focus on what matters. Let’s walk through the process!

Step 1: Install the BlueGamma Excel Add-In

Step 2: Activate Your BlueGamma Account

After installation, email us at support@bluegamma.io to activate your trial. Once activated:

  1. Open Excel.
  2. Navigate to the BlueGamma tab in the toolbar

Step 3: Log In

  • Click Sign In under the BlueGamma tab and enter your account credentials.
  • If you don’t have an account, contact us for setup.
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Step 4: Use the =BlueGamma.FORWARD_RATE Function

To pull forward curve data, use the =BlueGamma.FORWARD_RATE function in a cell. Here’s how:

  1. Select the cell where you want the forward rate data to appear.
  2. Enter the formula with these parameters:
    • index: The financial index, e.g., "SOFR" or "1M EURIBOR".
    • start_date: The start date for the curve, e.g., "2024-01-01".
    • end_date: The end date for the curve, e.g., "2024-12-31" or a period eg '3M'
=BlueGamma.FORWARD_RATE("SOFR", "2025-09-30", "2025-12-31")

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Example Usage in Financial Models

Want to create a dynamic forward curve table? Use Excel's autofill feature to extend the formula across rows for different dates.

=BlueGamma.FORWARD_RATE("SOFR", B1, C1)

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