treasuries

Debt ceiling deadlock could lower bond yields

Economic news - CNNMoney.com  Thu, 07/28/2011 - 12:58

The nation is just days away from the debt ceiling deadline, and no one knows exactly what will happen when the borrowing limit is reached.

But even in the worst case scenarios, many experts think investors will flock to U.S. Treasuries.


 

Strategies: Why Are Investors Still Lining Up for Bonds?

NYT > Your Money  Sat, 05/28/2011 - 12:15

All the signs say investors should be avoiding Treasuries, but they’re not. One investment manager says bond markets have become complacent.


 

Those who dived into bond funds due for splash of reality

USATODAY.com Money - Waggoner  Thu, 01/07/2010 - 19:14

Right now, there is no good reason to own a bond fund, whether you're looking for income or an investment that will moderate the stock market's downturns.

You're better off owning short-term Treasuries or buying bank CDs.


 

Sure, Treasuries are safe, but they're a lousy deal

USATODAY.com Money - Waggoner  Thu, 07/16/2009 - 18:36

Right now, there aren't any good reasons to invest in Treasury notes and bonds, even though everyone else on the planet is buying them.

If you need income from your investments, you can do better elsewhere.


 

Red-hot Treasuries turn ice cold

Economic news - CNNMoney.com  Tue, 06/16/2009 - 07:47

One reason that investing is so challenging -- and so much fun -- is that owning a security that made you look like a genius one year can make you look like a dummy when the world changes the next year.


 

These Bonds May Shine (Despite Your Tax Bracket)

NYT > Your Money  Sat, 12/29/2007 - 21:31

For some, municipal bonds can far outpace Treasuries.