Zero-coupon bond
Posted By: TradersLog
A bond which pays no coupon over the life of the contract. It is sold at a deep discount to its face value, and matures at its face value. Both the principal and the interest are paid at the maturity date.
See also: http://www.sec.gov/answers/zero.htm
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