Summary
Amount Outstanding is the principal amount of a bond issue that remains in circulation and has not yet been redeemed.
It may differ from the amount originally issued if part of the bond has been repaid, redeemed, or repurchased.
Why it matters
The amount outstanding provides an indication of the current size of the bond issue and can help investors understand its relative market presence.
How to read it
A larger amount outstanding may support greater market availability, but it does not guarantee active trading or liquidity.
This figure represents outstanding principal rather than the bond’s current market value.