How convertible bonds work, why they gained 50% in 2020 and outperformed stocks over the past five years. Why Vanguard shut down their convertible bond mutual funds.
Topics discussed include:How big is the convertible bond marketWhy companies issue convertible bondsHow convertible bonds work and how to analyze themWhy convertible bonds have performed so wel ... Show More
Feb 11
Asset Location: Where You Invest, Where You Live, What You Can Access
In this episode, we look at asset location, how to decide which investments belong in taxable, tax-deferred, and tax-free accounts, how where we live shapes the opportunities available to us, and how capital ultimately expands our choices.SponsorsGelt - Taxes Done RightMasterwork ... Show More
23m 33s
Jan 28
Why Catastrophe Bonds Yield 12%. Should You Invest?
A new ETF allows individuals to earn income by insuring against natural disasters through investing in catastrophe bonds. We break down the historical returns, risk, fees, and structure of this intriguing investment opportunity.Topics covered include:What types of natural disaste ... Show More
23m 59s
Aug 2021
IFB205: US/CAD Capital Gains, I Bonds, Reversion to the Mean
Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast. In today’s show, we discuss: Discuss the different options to lessen your capital gains tax rates, both in Canada and the US How I Bonds work, and if they are a good option for short-term investments The meaning behind reversion to ... Show More
41m 37s
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
Oct 2022
The Bond Market Is Already Broken - Stocks and Housing Are Next | Harley Bassman & Joseph Wang
Today Jack Farley welcomes two financial heavyweights who, in Jack’s view, have predicted and understood this year’s sell-off in bonds more accurately and clearly than anyone else in finance: Harley Bassman, founder of the MOVE Index and managing partner at Simplify Asset Managem ... Show More
1h 10m
<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
