Bonds: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?

Bonds are supposed to be the "safe" part of a portfolio, but safe doesn't mean simple. In this episode, Tom Hamilton explains why TIPS funds can still lose value during periods of high inflation, how rising interest rates can pressure bond prices, and whether the extra yield offered by corporate bonds is worth the added risk. It's a closer look at one of the most overlooked and misunderstood areas of investing.