Welcome to Euronext's educational guide on bonds and bond markets, tailored specifically for retail investors seeking to expand their understanding of Bonds and Bonds markets. Bonds are essentially debt securities issued by entities such as governments, municipalities, and corporations to raise capital. When you invest in a bond, you are effectively lending money to the issuer in exchange for periodic interest payments and the return of the bond's face value upon maturity. Bonds are considered a relatively stable investment, offering predictable income streams and serving as a crucial component in a diversified investment portfolio. This guide aims to demystify the intricacies of bond investing, providing you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and optimise your investment strategy.
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Bonds & Bond Markets
A bond is a debt security that can be traded freely on the open market and represents part of a loan.
When an investor decides to invest in a bond, they become a creditor to…
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Main characteristics of bonds
Before investing in bonds, it is important to understand their main characteristics to be able to evaluate their features and risks.
A bond prospectus specifies this…
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Why invest in bonds?
The advantages of trading bonds
DiversificationBonds are an ideal diversification tool for investors. There are a number of reasons why investing in bonds can…
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Risks associated with bonds
Risk of inflationInflation has a negative effect on a bond’s return. If inflation is high, revenues received from a fixed rate issue and the repayment of the nominal value at maturity risk…
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Different types of bonds
There are many different types of bonds that allow investors to develop a portfolio that suits their needs. The redemption/risk profile of a security depends on the issuer type.…
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Reading a bond listing on Euronext
On live.euronext.com, investors can find all the characteristics of the bonds admitted to negotiation. Below you can learn the steps to retrieve the information from our website. …
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