™A bond's principal is scheduled to be repaid at maturity under its terms, subject to issuer payment ability and possible early redemption features.
Bonds & Rates
Maturity
The date on which a bond’s principal is scheduled to be repaid, subject to issuer terms and credit risk.
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A scheduled maturity does not prevent default, early call or price loss if you sell before the principal payment.
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