Bonds
News, insights and expert analysis on bonds from the team at Kiplinger.
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Bond Ratings and What They Mean
investing Bond ratings measure the creditworthiness of your bond issuer. Understanding bond ratings can help you limit your risk and maximize your yield.
By Donna LeValley
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Playing Defense Pays Off for Our Favorite Junk Bond Fund
Defensive sectors weathered the April selloff well, which helped the Vanguard High-Yield Corporate outpace its peers.
By Nellie S. Huang
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5 Best Fidelity Mutual Funds to Buy Now
mutual funds No matter your investing style, the best Fidelity mutual funds offer solid active management at relatively low cost.
By Jeff Reeves
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What Is the Rule of 72 and How Can Investors Use It?
The Rule of 72 is an easy way to calculate how long it will take your investment to double in value. Here's how it works.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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The 25 Biggest U.S. IPOs of All Time
IPOs The biggest IPOS in U.S. history include a major chipmaker, a ride-hailing firm and a handful of global telecoms.
By Tom Taulli
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Capitol Hill Stock Tracker: What Are Politicians Buying and Selling?
Some of the trades made by members of the House and Senate might surprise you.
By Dan Burrows
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What Will the Fed Do at Its Next Meeting?
The Federal Reserve is set to resume its rate-cutting cycle at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows
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Here's Why Munis Aren't Just for Wealthy Investors Now
Buyers of all levels should be intrigued by municipal bonds' steep yield curve, strong credit fundamentals and yield levels offering an income buffer.
By Paul Malloy
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Bonds Pay in Good and Bad Times
Bonds can act as a financial safety net through good times and bad. But different bonds carry different returns and risks, so do your homework before investing.
By David Rodeck
