Poison Put

Description of Poison Put. Explanation.

Definition Poison Put. Description.

A Poison Put in Corporate Finance is a provision in a corporate bond or note that gives its holder the option of redeeming the bond or note at its (high) par value if certain events occur. These events may include a restructuring, the payment of a large dividend or an unfriendly takeover.

Compare with: Anti Hostile Takeover Mechanisms

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End of description Poison Put. An explanation.