#Essential
What is Yield to Call?
Some bonds do not always run till the final maturity date. The issuer may have the right to repay the bond earlier. This is common in callable bonds. Yield to call helps investors understand what return they may earn if the bond is called before maturity. Key Takeaways What Is Yield To Call (YTC)? The […]
Yield to Worst
When an investor looks at a bond, the first number that usually catches attention is yield. But yield can change depending on when the bond is repaid or called by the issuer. This is where Yield to Worst becomes useful. It shows the lowest return an investor may earn if the bond is repaid at […]
Who Can Join the Bonds Partner Network? Eligibility Explained Simply
Find out who is eligible to join the Bonds Partner Network — from independent financial advisors and Chartered Accountants to wealth platforms, fintech businesses, and corporates — and what requirements apply to become part of IndiaBonds’ Fixed Income Channel Partner Program. The IndiaBonds Bonds Partner Network is built for professionals and businesses that already work […]
Why Bond Prices and Yields move in Opposite Directions?
Introduction Bond prices and yields move in opposite directions: when the price falls the yield rises, and when the price rises the yield falls. This is because the coupon is fixed, so the only way an older bond stays competitive with new bonds is for its price to adjust.. For a retail investor exploring the […]
Why Invest In Bonds?
Introduction Over the past two years, India’s investment market has seen a sharp rise in the number of retail investors beginning to populate their portfolios. There has been an influx of liquidity into India’s financial markets, including equities, derivatives and commodities. However, not all financial instruments are made the same. Equities with higher returns are […]
Yield to Average Life: What It Is, How It Works
In fixed income, return is rarely just about the number printed on the term sheet. What often matters just as much is when the money comes back. For bonds where principal is repaid gradually, not all at the end, this timing can materially change the investor’s experience. That is where Yield to Average Life becomes […]