Yet there are significant credit risks in buying into countries with histories of defaults
Despite the current low-yield environment, it’s advisable to stick with bonds and customary asset allocations
Canadian government issues will be less desirable, while global slowdown will result in deterioration of corporate bonds
With economic growth slowing in Canada and the U.S., managers recommend a shift to longer durations
Investment-grade debt is attractive right now, but many big corporations face big problems
Dealers in high-yield bonds would rather people not refer to their product as “junk.” But despite this mostly warranted name, bonds with credit ratings below the lowest investment grade of BBB have been flying high.In the U.S., which is the main market for junk, even very questionable bonds — those rated CCC or lower by […]
Canadian municipal bonds offer investors yield boosts and good security
Greater elderly components of populations will force governments to borrow from future generations
With the yield curve flat, what options exist for an interest-seeking investor?
Investors have to look at covenants to determine where they really stand if there are problems at the issuing company