In December 2014, 6-month futures on the Australian S&P/ASX 200 Index traded at 5,376. Spot was 5,442.

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In December 2014, 6-month futures on the Australian S&P/ASX 200 Index traded at 5,376. Spot was 5,442. The interest rate was 2.5%, and the yield was about 4.7%. Were the futures fairly priced?
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