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Government bond yields have been rising across the globe since markets returned to risk-on mode following early April’s surge in market volatility. We explore why the recent yield spike may be transitory and consider the current attractiveness of fixed income relative to other assets on a risk-adjusted basis

Securitized products are bonds that are backed by pools of individual loans, including mortgages, corporate and sovereign loans, consumer credit, and project finance.

Like any investment decision, choosing to invest in a bond or bond fund requires careful consideration. How do you know which one to choose? What should you assess?

Most people have experience with interest rates, thanks to a credit card, personal loan or mortgage. But when it comes to bonds, the role of interest rates is often less well understood.

Duration quantifies the sensitivity of a bond or bond portfolio to changes in interest rates.

Many investors consider bonds as relatively stable investments offering regular income and understand that they are a form of debt used by companies and governments.

If there is one thing that makes bond investors nervous, it’s when interest rates rise. But rising rates aren’t always bad – there are several ways to navigate and benefit from rising rates.

Investors include bonds in their investment portfolios for a range of reasons including income generation, capital preservation, capital appreciation and as a hedge against economic slowdown.

As markets react to the implementation of tariffs, bond yields have experienced significant volatility.

Bond ladders are a popular fixed-income strategy known for their ability to provide a steady income stream while managing interest-rate risk.

Inflation reflects the changing prices of goods and services, and it has the potential to affect investments, particularly bonds. Since the bond market is large and diverse, it provides many opportunities for investors in all sorts of inflationary environments.

The term “yield curve” is frequently used by investors and commentators when discussing the outlook for bonds, markets, and the economy.