Bondholder: meaning, definitions and examples

A person or entity that owns a bond issued by a company or government. Specifically relates to those who invest in bonds and expect regular interest payments.

• The bondholder receives interest payments every six months.
• As a bondholder, she preferred low-risk investments.

A broader term that refers to any person or institution to whom money is owed, not limited to bonds. Often used in financial and legal contexts.

• The company negotiated with its creditors to restructure its debt.
• After taking out a loan, she became a creditor to her brother.

A general term for anyone who allocates capital with the expectation of financial returns. This term is not limited to bondholders and can include equity investors, real estate investors, etc.

• The investor diversified his portfolio with stocks, bonds, and real estate.
• Young investors are often more willing to take risks for higher returns.

Specifically describes someone who holds debt instruments, such as bonds or loans, issued by a business or government. Used interchangeably with bondholder but includes other forms of debt.

• Debtholders were anxious about the company’s ability to make its payments.
• The issuance of corporate bonds attracted many new debtholders.