Bonds

An in-depth guide to the 30-Year Treasury Bond, detailing its characteristics, issuance by the U.S. government, interest payments, and comparison to other securities like U.S. Savings Bonds.

An agency bond is a type of bond issued by either a government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) or a federal government department in the United States. It differs from U.S. Treasury bonds in certain guarantees and tax treatments.

An amortized bond is a financial instrument in which the principal (face value) is systematically reduced over the life of the bond through regular payments that cover both interest and principal.

Understanding the financial terminology 'at par', including implications for bonds and stock and its relation to market values.

A comprehensive overview of baby bonds, a type of bond issued in small denominations to make them accessible to a broader range of investors.

A bond covenant is a legal clause in bond documentation that stipulates specific conditions the issuer must adhere to or restrictions on certain activities to protect the bondholder's investment.

An explanation of bond discount, its calculation, and factors affecting its market value.

An overview of Bond Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), their types, advantages, and how they differ from other investment options.

A comprehensive guide on understanding bond quotes, with a detailed look at how they are used to evaluate the value of bonds in the financial markets.

Explore what bond yield means in finance, its types, and how it affects investor returns.

A bullet bond is a type of fixed-income security where the principal amount is paid in full at maturity instead of being amortized over the life of the bond.

A callable bond is a type of bond that gives the issuer the right to redeem the bond before its maturity date under specified conditions.