Compare and contrast collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) and structured investment vehicles (SIVs).

Discussion 7-1

First complete the textbook reading for this module. Then, in your initial post, compare and contrast collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) and structured investment vehicles (SIVs). Consider these elements of CDOs and SIVs in your post:

Strategic objectives
Structure
Operations
Purpose
Issuance
Impact on investment markets