Secured bonds are investments backed by collateral, giving investors first rights to specific assets if the issuer defaults. Discover their types and benefits in fixed income.

Learn about Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs), short-term securities issued ahead of larger bonds, used by municipalities to fund projects quickly and efficiently.

A bond is a debt tool used by corporations or governments to raise money. Issuers commit to repay the bond's face value or principal at a set maturity date and make regular interest payments until ...

U.S. savings bonds are zero-coupon bonds issued by the Treasury and backed by the U.S. government, making them one of the safest investment options available. Series EE bonds currently earn 2.70 ...