Bond Investment Ideas
We believe that the Sandusky scandal and the penalty imposed by NCAA are major long-term negatives for Penn State University bondholders. […]
Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG): Bonds vs. Common Stock
Thinking about Investin in Overseas Shipholding Group Stock (OSG)? You might want to consider Overseas Shipholding Group bonds. […]
Energizer Holdings – BBB Spreads for AA Batteries
Energizer Holdings (ENR) was in the bond market today with ten year debt that is interesting and priced attractively. […]
Interview: How a Professional Finds Value in Distressed Municipal Debt
Interview with a distressed municipal debt trader who gave me some great insights into how he finds value in distressed municipal bonds. […]
Looking for Higher Bond Returns? Roll Down the Yield Curve.
One strategy an astute bond investor can employ for higher bond returns is to try and capture both income and price changes. […]
Thinking About Buying Nokia Stock? Read This First.
If you are an investor looking to bottom fish in Nokia’s stock, you might want look at this strategy which could enhance your returns. […]
Don’t Confuse GE and GE Capital Corp. Bonds
Thinking about investing in GE Bonds? Make sure you understand the difference between GE Bonds and GE Capital Corp Bonds. […]
A 14.34% YTM Opportunity in James River Coal Company Bonds (CUSIP: 470355AG3)
At the moment, James River’s senior unsecured note, CUSIP 470355AG3, is asking 72 cents on the dollar (14.34% yield-to-maturity before commissions). If you believe S&P will be correct with its prediction… […]
Attractive Yield Opportunity In Stonemor Partners Bonds
Stonemor Partners (STON) 10.25% bonds due 2017 (CUSIP 86184BAB8) recently offered at 95 cents on the dollar in retail sized lots appear to be one of the rare attractive yield opportunities currently available…. […]
Compounding Your Money with Bonds
In order to take advantage of the power of compounding your money with bonds that pay a coupon, you have to re invest the interest payments as you receive them. […]