Definition
Failure to make required payments or satisfy a financial contract.
Why it’s relevant today
Tighter financial conditions increase attention on borrower defaults.
Why it matters
Default can trigger losses, penalties, and damaged credit.
Failure to make required payments or satisfy a financial contract.
Tighter financial conditions increase attention on borrower defaults.
Default can trigger losses, penalties, and damaged credit.
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