There has been a growing sense of responsibility from investors demanding ethical, sustainable investments with the aim of providing positive returns and having a...
As more Australians increase their allocations to government and corporate bonds, it is important to understand the two different ways you can make an...
It’s tempting to assume that a bond with a yield of 6% will give a yield of 6% every year. But bonds usually give...
Bonds are useful in different economic conditions. Fixed rate bonds provide certainty in declining interest rate environments, floating rate notes pay a fluctuating rate...
How the prices of goods and services have changed is not only an enduringly, topical conversation point, it offers a fascinating insight into society...
Every company has a capital structure. It tells liquidators the priority of payments in a wind up or liquidation scenario.
It is important to understand...
An ETF is an open-ended investment fund, similar to a traditional managed fund, that is traded on the ASX – just like any share....
Are we nearing the top of the interest rate cycle?
Perhaps. One sign that might suggest we are close was this week’s announcement of October’s...
Verdict
Short duration bonds often outperform during rising rate periods, show resilience in recessionary conditions and—overall—produce lower volatility and better risk-adjusted returns. However, bad debt...
Even though interest rates are low and depositors get paid very little, especially if they pay tax, there are some significant advantages in deposit...