This department is designed to help readers to a better understanding of the general business conditions which affect their investments. It is obviously impossible to give advice as to specific ...

Higher coupons and interest payments can make premium municipal bonds worth the extra upfront cost. Contrary to some common myths and misperceptions, premium bonds have several advantages that may ...

Bonds bought above face value add cost paid as "unamortized bond premium." Reduce premium annually to align bond's book value with redemption value at maturity. Consult tax advisor on premium tax ...

It’s been a long time since bond reps at retail firms have had to worry about de minimis disclosure, the heads-up that buyers paying below the de minimis level will see their discount treated as ...

Bonds help add diversity to your portfolio and control risk. But they can be complicated. Learning about how to buy and sell a bond is just as important as why to buy or sell a bond. These two things ...

Premium Bond holders are set to see the prize fund rate drop from a historic high of 4.65% to 4.4% on 1 March, meaning an estimated 73,000 fewer prizes will be on offer. The prize fund rate has stood ...

NS&I has once again revealed the latest results of its Premium Bonds draw, creating two millionaires overnight, with thousands more scooping a host of prizes. The £1 million winners were officially ...