Question: Company A and B have been offered the following rates per annum on a $20 million five year loan:
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Fixed rate
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Floating rate
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Company A
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5.5%
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LIBOR + 1%
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Company B
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6.25%
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LIBOR + 1.25%
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Company A requires a floating-rate loan; company B requires a fixed-rate loan. Design a swap that will appear equally attractive to both companies.