Beginner's Guide to Trading Fixed Income: Introduction

This Beginner's Guide to Trading Fixed Income will examine the basic structure of the fixed-income market, explain some of the differences between trading fixed income and trading equities, and look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of trading fixed income. The second section of the guide will lay out a sensible process to follow when trading fixed income. This process will involve screening the fixed-income universe, selecting a particular fixed-income security and determining a fair price for that security. The third section of this guide will look at the mechanics of trading a fixed-income security, including an evaluation of some of the tools and resources helpful in trading fixed income, as well as some of the nuances investors will find among different types of fixed-income securities. Following the completion of this Beginner's Guide, investors should be prepared to trade fixed-income securities in a manner that helps them reach their financial goals.

SEE: How To Create A Modern Fixed-Income Portfolio