treasury bonds

Bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury are considered to be among the safest investments in the world because the United States is unlikely to default on its timely payments of interest and principal. Significance The…

U.S. Treasury bonds are referred to as "risk-free" investments for their unique safety. The U.S. government finances itself with debt sold to investors as Treasurys. Federal government officials maintain the power to tax and "create" money…