Stocks vs. Bonds: Historical Returns, Risk, and the Case for Both
Stocks and bonds differ in many aspects, including the risk and return investors can expect. Because of these differences, stocks and bonds accomplish different things
Category: Bonds
Are Bonds Safe During a Recession or Market Crash?
Although past performance is not indicative of future results, history can be a helpful lens to view bond performance during past recessions and bouts of
Returns of Stocks and Bonds Before, During, and After Interest Rate Hikes (Charts)
The Federal Reserve is going to be raising interest rates (via the target Federal Funds rate). This is likely to happen next month. Rising interest
Bond Basics: How Bonds Work and the Benefits of Investing in Bonds
How do bonds work and why buy them in your investment accounts? There are several benefits of investing in bonds. Most notably, bonds provide investors
How Do Interest Rates Affect Bonds? Relationship Between Rates, Bond Prices and Yields
One of the most important things to know about bonds is how changes in interest rates affect bond prices, and therefore yields (unless held to
During Times of Market Volatility, Focus on What You Can Control
Amidst the vast uncertainty in the markets right now, it’s more important than ever for investors to understand the benefits—and limitations—of diversification. Having the right