The idea of additional stimulus checks has been discussed since the first ones were rolled out during the pandemic. If additional stimulus were to be approved, using the money to buy bonds, which are ...

The past five years have been a roller coaster for bond investors. First, interest rates were cut to near zero during the early days of the pandemic—only to then rapidly rise above 5% to combat the ...

According to credit ratings agency S&P Global Inc. (ticker: SPGI), investment-grade bonds carry a minimum rating of BBB and can go as high as AAA. However, only a handful of issuers hold the highest ...

Investors wondering should I buy stocks or should I buy bonds right now need to balance the need for growth with a need for stability. Generally, stocks are a good way to increase the value of your ...

Bonds are an important part of any portfolio, but they are particularly crucial for retirees. Experts recommend that you increase the proportion of bonds relative to stocks in your portfolio as you ...