Current maturity measures the remaining time until a bond's maturity. Explore its role in bond valuation, how it influences investment decisions, and practical examples.

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Perpetual bonds have no maturity date, allowing them to pay interest indefinitely, making them appealing for long-term income. They come in different types, such as government and corporate bonds, ...

Baby bonds function similarly to traditional bonds, where investors lend money to the issuer in exchange for periodic interest payments and the eventual return of the face value when the bond matures.