National deposit & security company specimen certificateThis discussion will provide you an opportunity to explore the characteristics, pricing factors, and investment strategies of different types of bonds. You will examine the bond market, its average credit rating, and its average duration, so that you can create an individual portfolio and form a better understanding of bond markets.
For this discussion, create a portfolio that is comprised of at least five bonds or bond mutual funds for an individual seeking greater income without incurring too much interest rate or credit risk. Provide the following information:
List the specific bonds or bond mutual funds, and identify their average credit rating and average duration.
Provide justification (reasons) as to why you selected these particular bonds or bond mutual funds.
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