Debt instrument

Funding.

A debt instrument is a legally binding obligation, evidenced in writing, to pay interest and principal.

Examples include bonds, leases, promissory notes, treasury bills, and loans.

See also

• Bond
• Equity instrument
• Financial asset
• Financial instrument
• Financial liability
• Financial markets
• Interest
• Lease
• Loan
• Principal
• Promissory note
• Security
• Treasury bills
• Usance