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Equity-Linked Notes (ELNs) are a type of structured product that combines characteristics of both a bond and an equity investment. They offer investors exposure to the performance of an underlying stock, basket of stocks, or an equity index, while providing a principal protection feature or a defined payout at maturity. ELNs are essentially debt instruments whose final payout is directly tied to the performance of the specified equity or equity portfolio.This hybrid nature makes them appealing to investors seeking potential equity-like returns with a degree of risk mitigation. How ELNs Work An ELN is typically issued by a financial institution and has a fixed maturity date. At the time of investment, an investor buys a note at a set price.…
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