Government Bonds
/ˈɡʌvərnmənt bɒndz/
Definitions
- (n.) Debt securities issued by a government to finance public spending, which promise to pay periodic interest and return principal at maturity.
Investors often buy government bonds as a safer alternative to stocks.
Forms
- government bonds
- government bond
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Commentary
Government bonds are key instruments in public finance; drafting should specify issuer, maturity, interest terms, and legal jurisdiction to avoid ambiguity.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.