The bond market is roughly two times the size of the stock market. Stocks get most of the attention but big money is in bonds. And when it comes to distressed debt investing, there are some great value opportunities. When investing in distressed debt, it takes some skill to separate the wheat from the chafe.…
As retail investors diversify outside of an equities-only portfolio, many are looking at savings bonds as an opportunity to capitalize on rising interest rates. Historically, they are one of the oldest and most trusted investment products. They’re backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government, and they offer investors options to…
Bonds are generally considered a defensive investment and a safe haven when markets trend down or become volatile. Yet, it’s important to remember that bonds aren’t immune to economic forces. Specifically, inflation can decimate the returns bonds offer through coupon payments. Investors looking at diversifying into bonds need to be aware of bonds’ inflation risk…
After settling to historic lows, bond yields are coming back up. Rising interest rates are also an opportunity for retirees and passive income investors to begin exploring the best performing bond funds as a way to preserve their wealth. But, like any type of ETF or mutual fund, bond funds require a little bit of…
With inflation topping multi-decade records, it’s no wonder investors are looking for answers. Retired folks may be especially concerned. After all, stubborn inflation makes it harder for them to stretch their retirement income. This article will take a closer look at Series I bonds and why you might want to consider them. Often, investors have…
Fixed-rate bonds have been a popular investment tool for centuries. Investors make an investment in a fixed-rate bond by lending money to the issuer for a specified time. At the end of the specified time (maturity), the issuer returns the investor’s money. In the meantime, the issuer pays the investor interest based on a fixed…
What ultra-safe investment is currently paying a high interest rate? The answer is certain Treasury Direct bonds. For instance, inflation-indexed Series I bonds issued from November 2021 to April 2022 are paying 7.12 percent for the first six months. Interest is a combination of a fixed rate and an inflation rate. While the fixed rate…
It’s not what you earn, it’s what you keep. That adage applies to investment income as well as wages. Investors in tax-free bonds don’t have to worry about the federal tax implications of certain bond income, as it is tax free. While many federally tax-free bonds are subject to state and local taxes, there are…
