Questions to Ask When Preparing to Buy or Sell Bonds (3)
{"Image DocumentName": "Questions to Ask When Preparing to Buy or Sell Bonds (3)", "Image ImageDescription": "What is this bond\u2019s credit rating and directional outlook ? The bond\u2019s credit rating gives you insight into the ability of the issuer to repay your investment in a timely manner. The higher the rating (AAA being the highest), the lower the risk; conversely, the lower the rating, the higher the risk of default (non-payment) by the issuer. A bond\u2019s outlook affects its marketability (how much investors are willing to pay for the bond in the marketplace). What is the transaction type for this bond? When you purchase, or sell a bond, you will want to know whether or not this bond is being offered to investors for the first time (a new issue) or if this is an older, existing bond (a secondary market transaction).", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}