Commercial Paper

An unsecured, short-term loan issued by a corporation, typically for financing accounts receivable and inventories. It is usually issued at a discount reflecting prevailing market interest rates.


Maturities on commercial paper rarely range any longer than 270 days.



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Accounts Receivable

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