Bond indenture

A document that sets forth the terms of a bond issue, the obligations of a bond issuer, and the rights of the bond holders. The bond indenture is a contract between the company ...

indenture

Political systems; Slavery

A form of contracted servitude or apprenticeship for a fixed period of time, often seven years in return for free passage to a colony, with the promise of land or money at the ...

indenture

Genealogy; Family ancestry

A contract binding one person to work for another for a given period of time.

indenture

Earth science; Mapping science

A formal, written instrument made between two or more persons. The term is derived from the ancient practice of indenting or cutting the deed in a waving line.

hardship assistance

Financial services; General Finance

A financial assistance given out in times of personal fincancial hardship, e.g. loss of job, insurance, or property.

government grants

Financial services; Accountancy; Finance; General Finance

Awards of financial assistance in the form of money by governments to an eligible grantee with no expectation that the funds will be paid back. This does not include technical ...

bankers' acceptances (BA)

Financial services; General Finance

Sometimes known as time drafts, these are bearer-form short-term non-interest-bearing notes sold at a discount, redeemed by accepting banks for full face value at maturity.

bed and breakfast deal

Financial services; General Finance

The sale of a share and its repurchase shortly after the beginning of a new tax year. This allows shareholders to register a capital loss or profit for tax purposes while ...

Bank for International Settlements (BIS)

Financial services; General Finance

An international organization that fosters international monetary and financial co-operation and serves as a bank for central banks and international financial organizations. It ...