Secured Vs unsecured NCDs: Differences
| Basis |
Secured NCD |
Unsecured NCD |
| Meaning |
Backed or guaranteed by company's assets. |
Not backed by the assets of NCD issuer company. |
| Default |
In default of payment, assets can be liquidated to repay investors. |
Company's assets cannot be liquidated. |
| Risk |
Less risky as payment is guaranteed. |
High risk. |
| Returns |
Secured NCDs carry less risk and offers lower returns. |
Unsecured NCDs offer comparatively higher rate of returns than secured NCDs. |
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