Coupon Rate

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The coupon rate is the annual interest rate paid by the issuer of a bond, expressed as a percentage of the bond’s face value. It determines the periodic interest payments made to bondholders and remains fixed throughout the bond’s life. The coupon rate is a critical factor in assessing a bond’s yield and attractiveness to investors.

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