Coupon
The interest rate stated on a bond when it's issued. The coupon is typically paid semiannually.
This is also referred to as the "coupon rate" or "coupon percent rate". Investopedia Says:
For example, a $1,000 bond with a coupon of 7% will pay $70 a year.
It is called a "coupon" because some bonds literally have coupons attached to them. Holders receive interest by stripping off the coupons and redeeming them. This is less common today as more records are kept electronically. Related Terms:
Coupon Bond
Coupon Pass
Interest Only (IO) Strips
Interest Rate
Premium
Rate Trigger
Roll-Down Return
Weighted Average Coupon - WAC
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