7 key questions about owning bonds today

Over the past five years, bond yields have made a round trip, falling to record lows during the pandemic and then rebounding with the strong economic recovery. More recently, inflation has forced the Bank of Canada and other central banks to tighten policy aggressively, pushing yields higher.

Despite the challenging environment, we believe this adjustment in yields has created opportunities for long-term investors. Investment Grade bonds can still offer valuable income and diversification benefits within a balanced portfolio.

Let’s revisit the case for bonds with some perspective on seven key questions:

 The graph shows the shifting Bank of Canada policy and the recent rise in the 10-year government bond yield.

Source: FactSet, 5/31/2022. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The graph shows the shifting Bank of Canada policy and the recent rise in the 10-year government bond yield.


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Important Information:

This is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as specific investment advice. Investors should make investment decisions based on their unique investment objectives and financial situation. While the information is believed to be accurate, it is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.

Before investing in bonds, you should understand the risks involved, including credit risk and market risk. Bond investments are also subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of bonds can decrease, and the investor can lose principal value if the investment is sold prior to maturity.

Investors should understand the risks involved in owning investments, including interest rate risk, credit risk and market risk. The value of investments fluctuates and investors can lose some or all of their principal.

Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Market indexes are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly and are not meant to depict an actual investment.

Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in declining markets.

Systematic investing does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss. Investors should consider their willingness to keep investing when share prices are declining.

Dividends may be increased, decreased or eliminated at any time without notice.

Special risks are inherent in international investing, including those related to currency fluctuations and foreign political and economic events.