Improve the strength of your portfolio with this straightforward guide to bond investing
Investing in Bonds For Dummies introduces you to the basics you need to know to get started with bond investing. You’ll find details on understanding bond returns and risks, and recognizing the major factors that influence bond performance. Unlike some investing vehicles, bonds typically pay interest on a regular schedule, so you can use them to provide an income stream while you protect your capital. This easy-to-understand guide will show you how to incorporate bonds into a diversified portfolio and a solid retirement plan.
* Learn the ins and outs of buying and selling bonds and bond funds
* Understand the risks and potential rewards in corporate bonds, government bonds, and beyond
* Diversify your portfolio by using bonds to balance stocks and other investments
* Gain the fundamental information you need to make smart bond investment choices
This Dummies investing guide is great for investors looking for a resource to help them understand, evaluate, and incorporate bonds into their current investment portfolios.
İçerik tablosu
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Bond Investing 5
Chapter 1: Focusing on Bond Fundamentals 7
Chapter 2: Investigating Interest 27
Chapter 3: Surveying Types of Bonds 53
Part 2: Exploring the Bond Marketplace 85
Chapter 4: Diving (Carefully!) into Individual Bonds 87
Chapter 5: Selecting Bond Funds Wisely 101
Chapter 6: Fulfilling Your Need for Steady Cash 129
Chapter 7: Aiming for Financial Security in Old Age 147
Part 3: Customizing Your Bond Portfolio 159
Chapter 8: Building Your Portfolio’s Foundation 161
Chapter 9: Considering Return, Risk, and Realism 175
Chapter 10: Slicing the Pie: Determining How Much Should Be in Bonds 191
Chapter 11: Figuring Out Your Bond Buys 221
Part 4: The Part of Tens 239
Chapter 12: Ten Common Misconceptions about Bonds 241
Chapter 13: Ten Mistakes That Bond Investors Should Avoid 247
Index 253
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RUSSELL WILD advises clients in retirement planning and global portfolio diversification through the use of fund management. He has written nearly two dozen books on financial topics.
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