10 Questions
Which asset classes are commonly split into sub-classes by geography, growth, and size characteristics?
Bonds and stocks
What are some common sub-classes for bonds?
Issuer credit rating and maturity
What are some characteristics that investors often consider when looking at bonds?
Collateral, callable, and industry of the issuer
What does the figure below illustrate?
Sub-classes of bonds by maturity and issuer
Why is it important to understand different asset classes?
They are often characterized by similar risk and return
Which of the following risks is associated with investing in bonds?
Market risk
What happens to bond prices when interest rates go up?
Bond prices go down
How does inflation affect the purchasing power of fixed interest payments?
Decreases it
What is liquidity risk in the context of bond investing?
The risk of not being able to sell bonds
Which of the following risks is NOT mentioned in the text?
Market risk
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