Why the Price You Pay for a Note Matters More Than Its Interest Rate

Why the Price You Pay for a Note Matters More Than Its Interest Rate

Steven Johnson
Published on: 08/10/2026

A note's interest rate tells you what the borrower owes. The price you pay decides your yield and your cushion. Here's how JS Summit Global thinks about buying at a discount.

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