A debenture that does not carry a specific rate of interest (and hence, it is known as zero coupon). As a compensation to holders or investors, such debentures are issued at a deep discount and the difference between the nominal value (face value) and the issue price represents the amount of interest corresponding to the term of the debentures. The size of the difference (discount) depends the time it takes to maturity date and the risks involved.
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