Junk bonds are high-yield, high-risk debt securities rated below investment grade. Companies with weaker credit use them to raise capital when traditional financing is unavailable. Investors seeking higher returns accept greater default risk, while issuers gain access to funding for growth, acquisitions, or restructuring.
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