Treasury Bond
/ˈtrɛʒəri bɒnd/
Definitions
- (n.) A long-term debt security issued by a national government, promising to pay periodic interest and repay principal at maturity.
Investors purchase treasury bonds for their safety and fixed income over 10 to 30 years.
Forms
- treasury bond
- treasury bonds
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Commentary
In legal and financial drafting, clearly distinguish treasury bonds by maturity and issuer to avoid confusion with other government securities.
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