Describing a bond or security that can be redeemed by the issuer before its maturity date, usually at a predetermined price. This feature protects issuers from being locked into high interest rates if market rates decline.
Financial term from early 20th century bond markets, derived from the issuer's right to 'call in' or demand return of the securities. The concept developed as bond markets became more sophisticated and issuers sought flexibility in long-term financing.
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