Betashares Geared Short Australian Government Bond Complex ETF provides a simple way to generate magnified returns that are negatively correlated to 10-year Australian Treasury Bonds on a given day.
Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index (Hedged) ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Float-Adjusted and Scaled Index hedged into Australian dollars before taking into account fees, expenses and tax.
28BB provides access to attractive returns from a diversified portfolio of high-yielding, investment-grade, Australian corporate bonds maturing in the 12 months leading up to May 2028. The fund targets fixed monthly income payments.
GGOV aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that provides exposure to a portfolio of high-quality, long-dated, fixed rate US Treasury bonds, hedged into AUD.
CRED aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that provides intelligent exposure to a portfolio of senior, fixed-rate, investment grade Australian corporate bonds.
PLUS invests in a diversified portfolio of Australian dollar denominated bonds. The corporate bonds which PLUS invests in are predominantly the highest yielding investment grade corporate bonds issued in Australia. This fund aims to provide investment returns, before fees and other costs, which track the performance of the Index.
SUBD invests in a portfolio of subordinated bonds with the aim of providing investment returns before fees and other costs that track the performance of the Index.
We have a pure fixed income focus and construct bespoke portfolios/accounts that cater for each client’s individual fixed income investing objectives including liquidity, credit, duration, and diversification (Wholesale Investors Only).
The investment objective of the Fund is to provide investors with access to an actively managed portfolio of fixed income strategies with an aim to deliver returns in excess of the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index, after fees and expenses (but before taxes), over the short to medium term.
TBIL invests in a portfolio of US dollar denominated Treasury Bills issued by the US Government with a maturity ranging from 1-3 months. This fund aims to provide investment returns, before fees and other costs, that closely track the returns of the Index.
Betashares Geared Long US Treasury Bond Currency Hedged Complex ETF offers geared exposure to the returns of 10-year US Treasury Bonds, hedged for currency exposure.
UTIP aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that provides exposure to a portfolio of US Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (‘TIPS’), hedged into AUD. TIPS are a type of government bond issued by the US Treasury, whose face value and interest payments are adjusted for inflation, as measured by US CPI.
HCRD aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that provides intelligent exposure to a portfolio of senior, fixed-rate, investment grade Australian corporate bonds, hedged to reduce interest rate risk.
The Global X Australian Bank Credit ETF (BANK) is an index-based ETF that invests in a diversified portfolio of Australian banking debt across the full capital structure excluding shares.
29BB provides access to attractive returns from a diversified portfolio of high-yielding, investment-grade, Australian corporate bonds maturing in the 12 months leading up to May 2029. The fund targets fixed monthly income payments.
Bond investing is a fundamental part of the fixed-income securities market.
It involves purchasing debt instruments issued by governments, municipalities, and corporations.
Bond investing involves buying bonds to earn interest income and, potentially, to achieve capital appreciation.
A bond is essentially a loan made by an investor to a borrower (the issuer), who promises to pay back the principal amount at a specified maturity date, along with periodic interest payments, known as coupon payments.
There are several types of bonds, including:
The three main features of Bond investing are:
There are four main risks of Bond investing:
Investors can evaluate Bonds using several criteria:
Investors can invest in Bonds through various avenues:
It varies by bond type; some can be purchased for as little as $1,000.
Bond funds can be less risky than individual bonds due to their diversification benefits, but they can also be affected by market volatility.
Many brokerage platforms allow for the automatic reinvestment of interest payments.
Bond ratings are assessments of the creditworthiness of a bond issuer, ranging from AAA (highest quality) to D (default).
Higher-rated Bonds are generally considered safer, while lower-rated bonds may offer higher yields but come with increased risk.
Yield is the income return on an investment, typically expressed as a percentage.
For Bond investors, yield can refer to the coupon yield, current yield, or yield to maturity (YTM), which considers total returns if the bond is held to maturity.
Diversification in Bond investing can be achieved by investing in bonds with different maturities, credit qualities, and types (government, municipal, corporate).
This helps spread risk and can moderate the impact of interest rate fluctuations.
Inflation erodes purchasing power, which can negatively impact upon the real returns on bonds.
To mitigate this risk, Bond investors may look for inflation-protected securities, like TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities).
A Bond’s face value (or par value) is the amount paid back to the bondholder at maturity, whereas a Bond’s market value is the current price at which the Bond can be bought or sold in the market, which can fluctuate based on interest rates and issuer credit quality.
In summary, Bond investing provides a relatively stable income source with a lower level of risk compared to equities.
Understanding the types, features, and risks of Bond investing is essential for making informed investment decisions.
By comparing key metrics such as yield, credit ratings, and utilising diversified strategies like Bond funds, investors can optimise their bond portfolios effectively.
As market conditions evolve, staying informed and adapting investment strategies is crucial for successful Bond investing.
