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Default Risk

Default risk is the chance that a company or individual will be unable to make the required payments on their debt obligation. Lenders and investors are exposed to default risk in virtually all forms of credit extensions. A higher level of risk leads to a higher required return, and in turn, a higher interest rate.

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