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“At Par”: Understanding Bond Valuation
Bond pricing differs greatly from stock valuation. Debt instruments are issued in denominations of $100, $1,000, or $5,000, which is considered their par value. When trading, the market price of a bond can be above, below or at par depending on market forces. Key Takeaways The term “at par” means face value or nominal value, […]
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