Original Issue Discount

Original Issue Discount (OID)
Original Issue Discount (OID) refers to the discount from par value at the time a bond or debt instrument is issued. It plays a crucial role in the bond market, particularly in zero coupon bonds, and involves complex tax treatments.

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