Maturity
Definition
What is Maturity?
The date when a debt investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both.'s principalThe original amount of money invested or lent, excluding later returns. is scheduled to be repaid.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A 10-year government bondA debt security issued by a government or government treasury. issued in 2024 may mature in 2034 and repay principal then.
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