Golden Bungee

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Definition of 'Golden Bungee'

A juicy severance package that is given to a corporate executive who is leaving the company, either voluntarily or otherwise. A golden bungee can include cash, stock options and other perks to be paid to the departing executive. It is the modern term for golden parachute.

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Investopedia explains 'Golden Bungee'

Golden bungee is derived from the concept of the bungee cord, that supports thrill-seekers as they jump from dizzying heights. A golden bungee serves to protect corporate executives who take figurative leaps by leaving a company.

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