Credit Quality

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Definition: Credit Quality


Credit Quality


Full Definition of Credit Quality


A measurement of a bond issuer’s ability to pay interest on the bond in a timely manner. The lower the credit quality of an issuer, the higher the risk that investors will not receive the stated interest rate, and the greater the risk of default on the principal. Credit quality is measured by a credit rating.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Credit Quality are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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