Investing

Conservative investors can hedge bonds

When bonds do poorly, all traditional bond investors have been able to do, is decrease bond duration and increase cash, says Philip Mesman, a portfolio manager at Picton Mahoney Asset Management in Toronto.

By Dean DiSpalatro |May 9, 2014

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Consider alternative bond strategies

Traditional bond strategies don’t generate the robust yields they once did. Consider alternative strategies instead.

By Dean DiSpalatro |May 9, 2014

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Invest in antiques

Buying antique furniture offers the twin benefits of enjoying fine craftsmanship and value appreciation.

By Vikram Barhat |May 8, 2014

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Consider a concentrated portfolio

Concentrated portfolios are seen as unacceptably risky. Diversification reduces your risk, but holding too many equities can be a bad idea.

By Susy Abbondi |May 6, 2014

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