With interest rates rising does it still make sense to own bonds? Yes. This episode explores the role of bonds including why they are more effective at hedging stock losses than protective put options.
Topics covered include:David's business and investment philosophyHow bond funds have performed in 2021Three disparate views on the direction of interest rate ... Show More
Dec 17
Debt Is For Managing Wealth Not Creating It
Should you borrow money to magnify returns in your 401 (k), IRA, or other tax-deferred retirement account?We examine Basic Capital, which allows investors to leverage their retirement account investments.We also explore how the wealthy don't use debt to generate wealth but to man ... Show More
26m 29s
Sep 2023
Central banks made bonds sell off
<p>This week, one central bank after another made it clear that interest rates need to stay higher for longer. As a result, government bond yields rose sharply, the US dollar strengthened and equities sold off. Only the Bank of Japan remains on a different wavelength, keeping its ... Show More
17m 11s
Nov 2021
Andrew Sheets: Bond Markets Get Jumpy
<p>Over the last decade, bonds have been a source of stability. But, with surprising moves this past month, they’ve now become a risk-management challenge that stands out amongst other asset classes.</p><p><br></p><p>----- Transcript -----</p><p>Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. ... Show More
3m 11s
<p>U.S. Treasury bonds have seen significant losses over the last six months, but looking forward investors may be able to use bonds to help balance their cross-asset portfolio in an uncertain market.</p><p><br></p><p>-----Transcript-----</p><p><br></p><p>Welcome to Thoughts on t ... Show More
