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Long Bond
Term category: Bonds
In 10 words or less: The name given to a bond that matures in more than 10 years.

Definition: A bond that matures in more than 10 years.  The term "long bond" typically refers to the 30-year treasury bond.

StockJargon Advice: Because bonds with longer maturity face greater risk of changing interest rates (and greater default risk, as well), they typically pay higher interest rates.  This can be seen by taking a look at the yield curve.

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