Government Securities
/ˈɡʌvərnmənt səˈkjʊrɪtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Debt instruments issued by a government to finance public spending, considered low-risk investments.
Investors often buy government securities for their safety and steady returns.
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- government securities
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Commentary
Government securities typically include treasury bills, notes, and bonds, distinguished mainly by maturity and issuance terms.
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