A quick primer before you invest in your first bond.
A bond is a loan you make to a company or government. In return, the issuer pays you regular interest (the coupon) and returns your original investment (the principal) when the bond matures.
A quick primer before you invest in your first bond.
A bond is a loan you make to a company or government. In return, the issuer pays you regular interest (the coupon) and returns your original investment (the principal) when the bond matures.