Value

sigma_r = 0.012-0.018 (annualized, normal Hull-White)

sourceGOES calibration to historical UST volatility
derivationdata_calibrated
qualitycalibrated
regulatory frameworksNAIC VM-20
set2026-05-25
last reviewed2026-05-25
next review due2026-12-31

Notes

Calibrated to ATM cap/floor volatilities; pure-Bachelier convention given negative-rate regime support.