Bonds
News, insights and expert analysis on bonds from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Spring Clean Your PortfolioRegular decluttering of our closets allows us to remove what's not working. The same can be done for our investments. Here's how to spring clean your portfolio.
By Coryanne Hicks
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More Tools to Build a Bond LadderVanguard aims to launch a line of target-maturity corporate bond ETFs.
By David Milstead
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Fixed Indexed Annuities and Bonds: The Perfect Match?The prospect of more interest rate cuts has investors wondering how to enhance the bond portion of their portfolio. A fixed indexed annuity could be the answer.
By Keith Wiltfong, CFP®, CIMA®
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Passive Muni Investors: Is Your Strategy Missing the Mark?Passive investments in municipal bonds are popular, but do they come at a cost? Two recent examples show why an active approach can be more favorable.
By Peter Aloisi, CFA® Charterholder
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What Will the Fed Do at Its Next Meeting?The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows
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60/40 Portfolios: Why a Cookie-Cutter Approach Can Cost YouChoosing a personalized retirement investment plan, rather than relying on the 60/40 portfolio, could help protect your savings and ensure long-term growth.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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How to Invest in ETFs for BeginnersExchange-traded funds are ideal for those just beginning to invest. Here's how to get your portfolio up and running with ETFs.
By Will Ashworth
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This Diversification Tool Adds Resilience to Your PortfolioMunicipal bonds can provide a steady income and stability that's separate from federal shifts and global economic headwinds.
By Paul Malloy
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?Markets expect interest rates to remain unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows
