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Bonds and CDs
Bonds are a core type of investment that can provide income and diversification. Explore the basics of bonds and the role of bonds in a portfolio.
Learn why rising interest rates and inflation present headwinds for bond investors, and how two potential investing strategies may be able to help you manage the risks.
Municipal bonds can provide investors with fixed income payments and capital preservation—but it’s their tax advantages that investors are often most curious about. Learn what to consider when investing in municipal bonds.
There are several benefits of diversifying your portfolio with Medium Term Notes or MTNs. Learn more about whether this fixed-income security could make sense for you.
A bond is a security that represents an agreement to repay borrowed money. Learn more about how you may be able to use bonds to add income.
Though on the surface bonds seem complex, in reality the fixed income (bond) market is actually a lot simpler than it seems. Understanding how this important asset class works can go a long way towards helping both novice and sophisticated investors diversify their portfolio and take advantage of investment opportunities. Read on to learn more.
Although the terminology for bonds is certainly different than that of traditional stocks, once you understand the basic concepts, you’ll see it’s actually relatively straightforward and easy to grasp. Read on to learn more.
Bonds are issued by 3 entities: U.S. government, state and local governments and corporations. Read this article to learn more.
In order to choose whether to invest in bonds or bond funds, it’s important to understand the key differences between the two, along with the benefits and risks involved. Learn more.
Brokered CDs and bank CDs share many characteristics, but there are a few key differences you should be aware of. Learn more.
A bond ladder is an investment strategy used to diversify a portfolio of fixed income securities by purchasing bonds with staggered maturities.
Treasuries may be a low-risk way to diversify portfolios and can potentially provide stability in times of uncertainty. Learn about the different types, benefits, and risks.
Investors may turn to money market mutual funds to generate potential earnings on cash needed in a short time frame. Ultra-short bond funds are another investing vehicle that may offer modestly higher yields—but also higher risk. Learn the difference between the two products.
Bonds are assigned ratings by financial research firms, which gauge the issuer’s creditworthiness. What factors determine these bond ratings, and how can investors use them?
Learn some of the main reasons why investors may engage in bond swapping.
Structured investment products can be divided into four basic categories, each offering features designed for specific objectives.
Structured investments can enhance a traditional stock and bond portfolio to address specific investment objectives within an overall investment plan—but they come with unique features and risks.
This article provides an overview of bond indexes and ways you may consider using them to follow broad trends in the various bond markets.
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