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Premium, a term from the world of finance, represents a surcharge on the nominal value of a financial instrument, such as bonds or shares. This premium, also known as a share premium, plays a decisive role in determining the sale amount and has a significant influence on the financial value and return of securities.

Meaning of the premium:
The premium is often expressed as a percentage of the nominal value and is used to determine the actual selling price of a financial instrument. It represents an additional amount that the buyer is prepared to pay over and above the pure nominal value. This premium reflects various factors, including the creditworthiness of the issuer, current market conditions and the expected return on the investment.

Premium vs. discount:
In contrast to the premium is the discount, which represents a reduction below the nominal value. Both terms are essential for the valuation of financial instruments and provide information about the attractiveness of an investment. A higher premium can indicate high demand and positive expectations with regard to performance.