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What is a Bond Ladder?
A bond ladder is a portfolio of bonds that have different maturities, that may range from months to years in difference.
A bond ladder is designed to reduce interest rate risk and create predictable income streams. An investor will build a bond ladder often in an effort to reduce interest rate risk and also to create predictable income streams, where coupon payments happen at different times and principal is also returned in various intervals.
What is the Ladder Strategy for Structuring My Bond Portfolio?
How Do I Structure My Bond Portfolio?
What is naked shorting?
Naked shorting means that the seller has not located or secured the security being short sold, and is in many cases illegal
What can I do to make my portfolio grow faster?
If your portfolio isn’t growing enough for your liking, you might need to take on more risk or change your management co.
What was the Subprime Meltdown?
A high volume of loans issued to those who were unable to repay them contributed to the subprime meltdown of 2007-2009
What is the 'Non-Current Assets to Net Worth' Ratio?
The non-current assets to net worth ratio will give how much of a company’s value is tied-up in non-current assets
What is a price-weighted index?
A price-weighted index is created by adding up the individual price per share of the companies included in the index and
What is Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance?
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage is normally offered as a rider on health or regular life insurance
What Websites and Apps Can Help Me With Personal Budgeting?
There is a thriving industry committed to helping people plan and maintain a personal budget through online tools and apps
What is a Dividend Tax Credit?
In Canada, the dividend tax credit eliminates tax liability for eligible dividends. Eligible dividends can come from...
What are Earnings Estimates?
Earnings estimates are generally consolidated estimates which are averages of the estimates given by a number of...
What is the Investment Advisors Act of 1940?
The IAA sought to regulate an industry that was deemed to be of public concern and within the Federal jurisdiction