As interest rates change, there is an impact on the yield too. Here’s a comparison of how debt fund yields have changed over the past year. The yield at the lower end of the duration (Liquid, Ultra Short, Low Duration) is quite attractive now. Overall, there might still be some way up for the debt […]
7.75% RBI Savings Bonds – all you wanted to know
7.75% RBI Savings Bonds is a compelling fixed rate investment option. It comes with a guaranteed rate of return and sovereign guarantee for the investment. However, these rates may not be available for long. There is expectation of reduction in interest rates on these bonds. Update: The 7.75% Bonds are now discontinued. From July 1, […]
Should you be adventurous with bonds or debt funds? – Insights for 2019 with Arvind Chari
The year 2018 was one year when investors had a rude realisation that debt funds are not always safe and linear as they are made out to be. The IL&FS default, NBFC issues, oil prices, inflation contributed to a fairly volatile scenario for bonds. Investors now wonder, what is in store for 2019? Will things […]
