Discount Security

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Definition: Discount Security


Discount Security


Full Definition of Discount Security


Any security that is sold at a price below the face value, or a security that is issued for a price below the face value, but pays out the face value at maturity. Discount securities of the first type may be re-sold later at a higher price, resulting in gains for the investor, while securities of the second type yield profit by paying out more than the purchase price.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Discount Security 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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