Last edited 13 Apr 2022

Promissory note

The glossary of statistical terms, published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), defines a promissory note as: ‘An unconditional promise to pay a certain sum on demand on a specified due date. Promissory notes are widely used in international trade as a secure means of payment. They are drawn up (issued) by an importer in favour of the exporter. When the latter endorses the note, provided the importer is creditworthy, a promissory note is traded.’

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