Asset Classes
Debt Security
Definition
What is Debt Security?
A financial instrument representing money borrowed by an issuer and owed to investors.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A corporate bondA bond issued by a company. is a debt securityA tradable financial claim or ownership interest, such as a share, bond, or fund unit. that promises interest and principalThe original amount of money invested or lent, excluding later returns. payments.
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