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zero-coupon

adjective/ˌzɪərəʊˈkuːpɒn/

C2CEFR level
90/100Rarity: very rare
TechnicalRegister

Describing a bond that pays no periodic interest but is issued at a discount to face value.

The zero-coupon notes accreted toward par, deferring the cash cost of the debt to maturity.

Topic: Finance in Business English

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