Definition ∞ Sovereign bonds are debt instruments issued by national governments to finance public spending. These bonds represent a loan made by investors to the government, promising periodic interest payments and repayment of the principal amount at maturity. They are generally considered low-risk investments due to government backing. These are a staple of traditional financial markets.
Context ∞ In the context of digital assets, discussions sometimes involve the potential for tokenizing sovereign bonds onto blockchain platforms for increased liquidity, transparency, or fractional ownership. Central banks and financial institutions are exploring how distributed ledger technology could revolutionize traditional bond markets. Regulatory considerations for such digital representations are a significant topic of ongoing debate.
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