glossary

Yankee Bond

A Yankee bond is a bond issued in the United States by a foreign borrower and denominated in US dollars. It allows foreign companies or governments to raise funds from the US capital market without issuing debt in their home currency. Accounting for such bonds involves debt recognition, interest expense, and sometimes foreign entity reporting considerations.

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