Bonds

Bonds are debt securities through which an issuer — for example, a State or a company — raises capital from subscribers, committing to repay the amount at maturity and to provide a form of remuneration, generally in the form of coupons.

Whoever subscribes to a bond effectively lends money to the issuer. The level of risk depends, above all, on the soundness of the issuer: in the event of default, repayment may be partial or may not occur. The value may also vary according to interest rates.

Bonds are traditional financial instruments, subject to sector-specific regulation, and are distinct from the crypto-assets regulated by the MiCAR Regulation.

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