Emittent

issuer (of securities)

noun e-mi-TENT Rare

Origin: from Latin 'emittere' (to send out)

Usage Note

Emittent is the entity — government, bank, or company — that issues financial instruments such as bonds or shares. The process of issuing is called Emission. Emittenten are responsible for meeting all disclosure obligations.

Examples

"Als Emittent der Anleihe haftet das Unternehmen für die Rückzahlung."

Natural Translation

As the issuer of the bond, the company is liable for repayment.

Literal Translation

As issuer of-the bond is-liable the company for the repayment.

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