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Why this may be the best time to invest in bonds?


Interest rates have increased, causing nominal yields to spike and bond prices to plummet. 

Suresh Sadagopan said investing in bonds with the right tenure, safety and coupon is indeed a good option. 

Viral Bhatt suggests shorter duration, ultra-short or short or medium-term bonds. 

Investing in bonds through debt mutual funds is an easier option. 

Bond prices vary in relation to the maturity of the bond and a change in interest rates.

Longer-maturity bonds are more sensitive to a change in interest rates. 

Bonds provide predictability of returns and consistency of income. 

 Investing in bonds is a good option due to the current bearish market.

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