Definition of Commercial Paper

Short term unsecured promissory notes issued by large financially stable corporations to obtain short term financing. Commercial paper does not pay interest and is issued at a discount from its face value. All commercial paper matures in 270 days or less and matures at its face value.

Applying "Commercial Paper" to Securities Exams:

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