Encyclopedia of Investment Terminology

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Junk Bond

A Junk bond is a bond rated at a low investment grade. To compensate the fact that a Junk Bond is riskier than other bonds, and it may default, it will pay a higher return. Junk Bonds are also known as High Yield Bonds.


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