English Explanatory Dictionary

junk bond

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A bond (an instrument of debt) which is considered below "investment grade" due to a significant risk of default by the issuer. The interest rate is higher in order to compensate holders for that risk.

Word forms

junk bond junk bonds
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