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Despite their reputation, the debt securities known as "junk bonds" may actually reduce risk in your portfolio.
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Corporate bonds offer higher yields, but it's important to evaluate the extra risk involved before you buy.
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A great starting point for learning what a credit score is, how it is calculated and why it is so important.
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Credit ratings are not the only tool to rely on when assessing bonds. Find out why they sometimes fall short.
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Is the bond you're buying investment grade, or just junk? Find out how check the score.
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Deficit can be a sign of trouble for some countries, and of health for others. Find out what it means when more funds are exiting than entering a nation.
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If a company files for bankruptcy, stockholders have the most to lose. Find out why.
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Learn about debt ratios and how to use them to assess a company's financial health. You could save a lot of money!
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Conspicuous consumption could be robbing you of future wealth.
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One type of security pensions tend to invest in is sovereign debt, or debt issued by a government.