Virgin Airlines’ bond highlights why rigorous selection is so vital
Buyer beware: why it pays to be cautious when selecting bonds for a portfolio The losses suffered by Australian investors in a bond issued by Virgin Airlines underlines the importance of conducting extensive due diligence before investing in any issue. The misfortunes of investors in a bond issued by Virgin Airlines in Australia in 2019 […]
Staying Ahead of the Curve: How Technology is changing Corporate Bond Investing
Why technological advances could prove a game changer for corporate bond investors Traditionally resistant to change, the corporate bond market is now embracing new technologies that should make it easier for advisers to better serve their clients. The pace of technological progress is accelerating, and profound developments have already taken place in financial services. The […]
Why Advisers should choose the Australian Bond Exchange
Why Advisers should choose the Australian Bond Exchange Building a balanced, diversified portfolio of corporate bonds can help your clients receive a regular, stable income. The Australian Bond Exchange can help you overcome the challenges associated with this process. On our website you can find numerous articles outlining the advantages of including corporate bonds in […]
What is bond duration and why do investors need to understand it?
Understanding bond duration and its impact on portfolio risk Duration is a key concept investors need to understand when investing in corporate bonds and building a portfolio. Quite simply, duration measures the sensitivity of a bond to a change in interest rates. It is measured in years and will vary according to the bond’s maturity […]
The impact of interest rates on corporate bonds: what financial advisers need to know
How interest rates exert a key influence over bond prices and their yields Once a corporate bond is issued, it can be traded on financial markets. Just like equities, bonds will see their prices fluctuate – although bond prices tend to be far more stable than those of equities. A number of factors affect the […]
CBDC vs Cryptocurrency, what’s the difference?
If you’ve been reading the financial news headlines over the past six months, it’s likely you’ve encountered the acronym CBDC. When it comes to dissecting the official explanations of financial concepts and their accompanying acronyms, it can take time to wade through the reams of academic information, intertwined with complex concepts and industry jargon, delivered […]
Real-time CBDC bond settlements closer than you think
Australian Bond Exchange Holdings Limited (ASX:ABE) (“Australian Bond Exchange” or “the company”) are excited to announce the successful test of the first near real-time Central bank Digital Currency (CBDC) bond settlement in Australia. Key Points First near real-time CBDC bond settlements executed using Australian Bond Exchange’s technology Australian Bond Exchange one of 15 use cases […]
Five of the worst investments for your SMSF
One of the most important factors to consider in making investments on behalf of an SMSF is that the SMSF is intended to provide the beneficiaries with income and capital benefits during their remaining lifetimes. It is therefore critical to ensure that in making investments on behalf of the fund no diminution of capital takes […]