G+

'G+' is a shorthand expression of the cost of corporate borrowing, in terms of the yield on central government debt.

(The 'G' standing for 'government' or 'gilts'.)

For example, 'G + 135bps' means the government debt yield plus 135 basis points (1.35%).

See also

• Basis point
• Credit spread
• Gilts
• Risk-free rate of return
• Yield