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WTF are bonds? How and when to use them

Making Money

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Exploring Bond Funds and Investment Strategies

The chapter delves into the intricacies of bond funds, discussing their benefits like lower volatility compared to stocks and the impact of inflation on bond values. It challenges traditional de-risking strategies with bonds and analyzes investment options like Vanguard target date funds. The discussion contrasts the effectiveness of target date funds with international equity investments, highlighting the role of bonds in investment portfolios and the manipulation of investor behavior by pension providers.

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