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Capital Note

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Definition of 'Capital Note'

Fixed income products issued by companies as a source of short term debt.
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Investopedia explains 'Capital Note'

Capital notes are unsecured, and rely upon the company's credit rating for backing, as they are generally ranked lowest in the order of repayment.

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