“Pull to par” refers to the change in present value of a credit instrument as it approaches maturity, often associated with bond issues. The current attraction to par is based on the relationship between the market interest rate and the nominal yield of the bond, allowing investors to assess risk and potential returns. Assessing par […]
Face value, also known as nominal value or book value, is the declared value of an asset at a specific time. It is often used to calculate the real value of an asset and can be different from the market value. Par value is sometimes used interchangeably with face value, but it refers to the […]
“At par” refers to a bond selling for its face value, providing insight into market interest rate predictions. Bonds promise a fixed amount of interest and face value payment, with pricing based on present value and risk. Premium bonds have higher interest rates, while discount bonds have lower rates. “At par” is a financial term […]
“Below par” is an idiom used to describe someone feeling unwell or a performance that falls short of expectations. It comes from golf, where par is the standard performance. Ironically, hitting “below par” in golf is good. Idioms add color to language, often come from sports, and change over time. “Below par” is an English […]
