iCDS: CDS Pricer

iCDS: CDS Pricer

by James Zucker

17 ratings
10 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 5, 2010
  • May 18, 2026
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This app calculates Credit Default Swap upfront fees using the official ISDA CDS Standard Model. It provides live calculations for various metrics, including dirty upfront, accrued amounts, and risk sensitivities, for multiple contract types and maturities.

ISDA CDS Standard Model pricing engine
SNAC maturities for 1Y to 10Y
Dirty upfront fee calculation
Implied default probability chart
First-order risk metrics (CS01, DV01)
Live overnight reference-rate curves
Regional contract pricing
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What's New in iCDS

3.2.1

May 18, 2026

NEW - Seven SNAC maturities in one segmented row: 1Y / 2Y / 3Y / 4Y / 5Y / 7Y / 10Y. Pick any tenor in one tap. - Default-risk chart — cumulative default probability at each maturity; tap a bar to price that tenor. - Risk metrics on every trade — CS01, IR DV01, Rec01 (bump-and-reprice). - DIRTY UPFRONT card — total cash to settle (upfront + accrued), in trader vocabulary. IMPROVED - Updated SNAC conventions — EM moved to T+1 settlement; subordinated recoveries cut (EM 25→15%, Japan 35→15%); Japan now offers a 500 bp coupon. - Diagnostics tab — on-device self-tests for the pricing engine, IMM dates, regional holiday calendars, and live overnight-rate fetchers.

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User reviews

Great app

Amazing !!!

Financial developer

This app is truely innovative every credit trader should use it. I love it

Managing director, bond portfolio mgr

Very easy to use app. Instructions, links and glossary are especially useful.
Quick intuitive calculator.

CDStastic

Cool App

Cool app

Love it.

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FAQ

What is iCDS used for?

iCDS is a free calculator for Credit Default Swap upfront fees. It utilizes the ISDA CDS Standard Model to compute SNAC upfront charges based on user inputs like spread, coupon, and tenor.

What financial metrics does iCDS provide?

iCDS displays the SNAC upfront charge, dirty upfront fee, accrued interest, par spread, and first-order risk metrics such as CS01 and IR DV01.

Does iCDS offer real-time market data?

iCDS fetches live overnight reference-rate curves from five central banks (USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD) and supports six regional CDS contracts. However, it is not for booking or trading, producing indicative pricing only.

What is the pricing model for iCDS?

iCDS is a free application. The description explicitly states it is free and does not mention any in-app purchases or subscription requirements.

Is iCDS suitable for beginners in finance?

Yes, iCDS is designed for quantitative finance students and professionals. It provides a practical tool for understanding CDS pricing mechanics.

What is the age rating for iCDS?

iCDS has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the complex financial concepts and calculations involved.

How often is iCDS updated?

The latest version is 3.2.1, last updated on May 18, 2026. This indicates a history of updates, though the specific frequency is not detailed.

Does iCDS collect user data?

No, iCDS emphasizes privacy with no data collection, tracking, or accounts required. Reference rates are fetched live from public central-bank endpoints.