Esoteric Debt

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Definition: Esoteric Debt


Esoteric Debt


Full Definition of Esoteric Debt


Complex investment vehicles offered to a unique group of participants. The values are difficult to determine because of their unique structures and pricing. For example, credit default swap derivatives that led to the US financial crisis in 2008 were considered esoteric debt.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Esoteric Debt 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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