TRADING GLOSSARY
Treasury bond
A Treasury bond is a long-term debt security issued by a national government to raise funds. In the United States, Treasury bonds pay fixed interest and repay principal at maturity; their market prices can change as interest rates and expectations change.
EXAMPLE
In a hypothetical example, a Treasury bond with a $1,000 face value and a 4% annual coupon pays $40 in interest each year.
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