Discover how coupon bonds work, their benefits in today's market, and how they affect your investment strategy. Understand the nuances of semiannual interest payments.

Bonds are often part of many long-term investors’ portfolios because of their ability to add diversification, potentially minimize risk and bring in income. While there are many different types of ...

Investing is income-centric. Most of what people call fixed-income bonds offer some form of regular dividends, usually monthly interest installments. But would you be interested in a financial ...

Zero-coupon bonds accrue value over time, offering a low-risk investment for long-term goals. Great for conservative investors, they can help save for college or other future expenses. Available ...

A zero coupon US Treasury bond ladder is the core of my risk-managed, all-weather portfolio, offering predictable long-term returns and stability. Current long-term ...

U.S. Treasury rates in the long-end of the curve appear 100 basis points too high relative to fundamentals. Even if interest rate levels were appropriate, macroeconomic and geopolitical risks abound.

***REQUIRED READING for anyone who doesn't fully understand why the 4.5 UMBS coupon is far better to follow than the 5.0 intraday (for now).*** The morning commentary is typically focused on market ...

Zero coupon bonds are taxed differently because they don't pay regular interest. Instead, they're sold at a discount and reach full value at maturity. Each year, investors must report "imputed ...