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and Walter P. Heller. "Mathematical Analysis and Convexity with Applications to Economics." In Handbook of Mathematical Economics, Vol. 1, edited by Kenneth J. Arrow and Michael D. Intriligator.

These purchases are for "convexity" buying that helps offset ... To keep their portfolio duration in line with their benchmarks, MBS investors will buy either Treasuries, or Treasury futures.