Learn about unamortized bond discounts—what they mean, how they are accounted for, and what they reveal about bond pricing ...

Accretion of discount refers to the rise in value of a discounted instrument over time, approaching maturity. Learn how it's ...

Premium bonds cost more than their face value due to higher interest rates or the issuer's improved credit rating. Investors must analyze if the extra interest from the premiums outweighs the added ...

The first is security – NS&I, which operates Premium Bonds, is backed by the Treasury so your money is 100 per cent safe.