Definition
A bond sold at a discount that pays no periodic coupon.
Why it’s relevant today
Long-term liabilities can be matched with known maturity values.
Why it matters
Its price is highly sensitive to rates and time.
A bond sold at a discount that pays no periodic coupon.
Long-term liabilities can be matched with known maturity values.
Its price is highly sensitive to rates and time.
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