High-yield bonds (See Chapters 27, 31 and 44 of the Vernimmen) High-yield bonds represent subordinated debt, typically taking the form of five to ten-year bonds. These bonds are issued by companies in the process of being turned around or with a weak financial base, in particular for LBOs. High yields correspond to the level of risk involved, making these bonds a very speculative investment. High-yield bonds (See Chapters 27, 31 and 44 of the Vernimmen) High-yield bonds represent subordinated debt, typically taking the form of five to ten-year bonds. These bonds are issued by companies in the process of being turned around or with a weak financial base, in particular for LBOs. High yields correspond to the level of risk involved, making these bonds a very speculative investment. See all terms in the dictionary of finance To know more about it, look at what we have already written on this subject :

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