Fairway Bond

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Definition of 'Fairway Bond'

A type of bond that accrues interest if the embedded index or interest-rate option underlying the bond remains within a specified range. The fairway in golf is like the index or interest rate range. The outlook is positive if the ball lands on the fairway; if a ball lands in the rough, the outlook is negative.

Also known as "corridor bond", "index range note", "range accrual note", or "index floater".

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Investopedia explains 'Fairway Bond'

Conservative investors tend to choose this type of bond in the hope of maximizing their yield when they believe that the option will remain within a certain range during the time the bond is held. Investors may profit the most during a sideways market. Should the option remain out of range, the least the investor can expect is a return of principal.

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