Trading Debt Securities are financial instruments representing a creditor relationship with an entity, actively bought and sold for short-term profit. These securities are recorded at fair value on the balance sheet, with unrealized gains and losses recognized in the income statement. Trading debt securities are typically held by financial institutions and investors seeking to capitalize on market fluctuations.
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