Eurodollar Bonds

Eurodollar bonds

Eurobonds denominated in U.S.dollars.

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Eurodollar Bond

A bond denominated in U.S. dollars issued by a non-American company outside of the United States and the issuer's home country. It is important to note that these are traded worldwide, not just in Europe. Like other Eurocurrency securities, Eurodollar bonds are subject to fewer regulatory restrictions because the central bank that issued the currency (in this case, the U.S. Federal Reserve System) does not have any jurisdiction over the dollars because the bonds are issued and traded outside the U.S. For example, a Japanese company may issue a Eurodollar bond to attract foreign investors for its financing needs. Eurodollar bonds are one of the more common eurocurrency bonds because of the international importance of the dollar. See also: Eurobond, Eurodollar.