{"id":485,"date":"2026-04-14T12:07:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T06:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/?p=485"},"modified":"2026-04-14T12:14:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T06:44:24","slug":"what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Fixed Income Mutual Fund?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Fixed-Income-Mutual-Fund-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Fixed Income Mutual Fund\" class=\"wp-image-486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Fixed-Income-Mutual-Fund-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Fixed-Income-Mutual-Fund-300x169.webp 300w, 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href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Fixed_Income_Mutual_Fund\" >Fixed Income Mutual Fund<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds_Achieving_Stable_Returns_Through_Bonds_and_Debt_Securities\" >Fixed Income Mutual Funds: Achieving Stable Returns Through Bonds and Debt Securities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Key_Features_and_Advantages_of%E2%80%82Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds\" >Key Features and Advantages of\u2002Fixed Income Mutual Funds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Understanding_Credit_Risk_Interest_Rate_Risk_and_Duration_in_Fixed_Income_Funds\" >Understanding Credit Risk, Interest Rate Risk, and Duration in Fixed Income Funds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Different_Types_of_Fixed%E2%80%82Income_Mutual_Fund_Schemes_in_India\" >Different Types of Fixed\u2002Income Mutual Fund Schemes in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#How_Do_Fixed_Income_Funds_Offer_Stable_Returns_and_Manage_Risk\" >How Do Fixed Income Funds Offer Stable Returns and Manage Risk?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#Key_Factors_for_Investors_in_Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds\" >Key Factors for Investors in Fixed Income Mutual Funds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#On_a_parting_note%E2%80%A6\" >On a parting note\u2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#What_is_the_objective%E2%80%82of_a_fixed-income_mutual_fund\" >What is the objective\u2002of a fixed-income mutual fund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#How_much_credit_risk_is_there_in_a%E2%80%82bond_fund\" >How much credit risk is there in a\u2002bond fund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#What_impact%E2%80%82do_interest_rate_changes_have_on_the_values_of_bond_funds\" >What impact\u2002do interest rate changes have on the values of bond funds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#What%E2%80%82is_%E2%80%9Cduration%E2%80%9D_as_it_relates_to_a_bond_fund\" >What\u2002is \u201cduration,\u201d as it relates to a bond fund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-is-a-fixed-income-mutual-fund\/#What%E2%80%82is_an_expense_ratio_to_a_bond_fund\" >What\u2002is an expense ratio to a bond fund?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fixed_Income_Mutual_Fund\"><\/span>Fixed Income Mutual Fund<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the markets being a dynamic one, fixed income mutual funds are like a lighthouse providing directional stability to investors in the\u2002ever changing tides of these financial seas. However, moving around this landscape requires an understanding of the basics, from the types of bonds in\u2002these funds to the risks they carry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog provides you with a complete guide on your way to achieving financial stability through fixed-income investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds_Achieving_Stable_Returns_Through_Bonds_and_Debt_Securities\"><\/span>Fixed Income Mutual Funds: Achieving Stable Returns Through Bonds and Debt Securities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say you\u2019re looking to make a stable, reliable income stream, like collecting rent from an apartment you own. But rather\u2002than purchasing an apartment, you\u2019re buying \u201cIOUs\u201d ( I Owe You_ it is a written document)&nbsp; known as bonds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fixed-income mutual fund is an investment vehicle where money from various investors is pooled together to invest mostly in bonds. So, to simplify,\u2002here is a fixed-income mutual fund:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonds are IOUs:<\/strong> If a government or company wants\u2002to borrow money, it issues bonds. So you buy a bond and they\u2002pay you back the money that you lent them, plus interest, over a certain period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fixed Income:<\/strong> The interest payments you get from bonds are typically \u201cfixed,\u201d which is to say they do not\u2002change. This allows your income to be more\u2002predictable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mutual Fund:<\/strong> Rather than purchasing separate bonds, a fixed-income mutual fund collects funds from many investors and buys a basket of bonds. That\u2002spreads out your investment, lowering the risk should one bond issuer default.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stable Returns:<\/strong> These funds aim to deliver steady income and safeguard your money (the\u2002amount you invested). They are generally seen as less risky than\u2002stock mutual funds, which can vary wildly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Debt Securities:<\/strong> It is an umbrella term covering bonds and similar investments, for example, certificates\u2002of deposit (CDs) and treasury bills. All\u2002of these are methods for entities to issue debt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How it works:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You put money into a fixed-income\u2002mutual fund.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>That money is used by the fund manager to purchase a range of bonds and\u2002debt securities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bonds yield interest, and the fund\u2002passes that income on to you and the other investors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The fund manager buys and sells the bonds that\u2002sit in the fund.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s like\u2002you\u2019re part of a group of people who loan money to governments and companies. You receive your prorated\u2002share of the interest payments, and a professional manager takes care of all the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, bonded mutual funds help\u2002investors receive a more or less stable income by investing in bonds and other debt securities, along with the additional benefit of diversification and professional management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_and_Advantages_of%E2%80%82Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds\"><\/span>Key Features and Advantages of\u2002Fixed Income Mutual Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The features and advantages of fixed income mutual funds are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Align with Long-Term\u2002Objectives: <\/strong>The fund can be analyzed to help out with the long-term financial goal, as it is a rather peaceful growth stream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexibility and Adaptability:<\/strong> Just like other mutual funds, investors have\u2002the option to switch to another fixed income scheme of the same fund house according to their evolving requirements or market conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lump Sum and Systematic Investments:<\/strong> It provides flexibility in investing lump sums or through periodic investments (like SIPs), as most of these funds allow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regular Transfers: <\/strong>Some schemes allow for periodic transfers to other funds, which may help\u2002manage the risk in the long run.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax Advantage (at Redemption):<\/strong> For\u2002fixed income mutual funds, taxation is levied only at the time of redemption of the investments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG):<\/strong> In case the holding period of the investment is less than 3 years, the gain is taxed under the income tax slab\u2002of the investor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG):<\/strong> If the investment\u2002is held for more than 3 years, then the profits go under Long-Term Capital Gains tax.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Lock-in Period:<\/strong> In most cases, fixed income mutual funds do not carry a lock-in period, offering investors liquidity to exit\u2002from the scheme at their convenience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please also note that though these are considered less risky than equity funds, they&#8217;re still subject to interest rate risk, credit\u2002risk, liquidity risk, etc. Investors need to\u2002evaluate their risk tolerance and financial objectives before investing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Credit_Risk_Interest_Rate_Risk_and_Duration_in_Fixed_Income_Funds\"><\/span>Understanding Credit Risk, Interest Rate Risk, and Duration in Fixed Income Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s check out some of the risks in fixed-income funds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Credit Risk (Will they pay me back?)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the risk that\u2002the company or government to which you lent money (by purchasing their bond) may be unable to pay you back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kind of like if you lend\u2002your friend some money. If they\u2019re doing well financially, you are pretty certain that they are going to reimburse you. But say they\u2019re struggling, you start to worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Credit rating agencies (Moody\u2019s or S&amp;P, for example) determine how likely a\u2002borrower is to default, assigning ratings such as AAA (very safe) or D (default). Bonds\u2002are generally less risky than the funds that hold them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Interest Rate Risk (Will my bond go down in\u2002value?)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Prices of bonds and\u2002interest rates tend in opposite directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If\u2002interest rates rise, newly issued bonds pay more in interest. Interest rates are what determine your coupon (the fixed\u2002interest you receive) on your bonds, so your older bonds (the bonds you purchased for lower interest rates) become less attractive overall and lose value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, say you purchased a 3%\u2002interest bond. If new bonds begin paying 5%, everyone will want those newer bonds, and the price of your 3% bond\u2002will probably drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration (How sensitive is my bond to interest\u2002rate changes?)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Duration is\u2002a measure of the sensitivity of the price of a bond or other debt instrument to a change in interest rates. A bond with a longer duration is more sensitive to changes in interest rates than a bond with a shorter duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is, if interest rates move, a bond with a higher duration will move in price more\u2002than a bond with a lower duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider it a gauge of how long it\u2019ll take for a bond\u2002to recoup its \u201creal\u201d price. The\u2002longer the amount of time, means more sensitivity to rate changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_of_Fixed%E2%80%82Income_Mutual_Fund_Schemes_in_India\"><\/span>Different Types of Fixed\u2002Income Mutual Fund Schemes in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Long-term debt funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short-term debt funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Floating rate funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit opportunity funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gilt funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liquid funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dynamic bond funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Features of Fixed-Income Mutual\u2002Funds:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Debt funds:<\/strong> They\u2002invest in more secure debt instruments like government bonds, corporate bonds, debentures, and other securities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Money market funds:<\/strong> These funds invest in short-term, highly\u2002liquid instruments (e.g. treasury bills, commercial paper, short-term certificates of deposit (CDs) of banks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) <\/strong>\u2014 Index funds\u2002that are traded on stock exchanges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Evaluating\u2002Fixed Income Fund Performance:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, to measure fixed-income funds, some metrics do so based on their returns, risk levels, overall efficiency,\u2002etc. To see how well a fund is meeting its investment objectives, investors generally consider both quantitative and qualitative\u2002factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Total return:<\/strong> The total return represents the sum of interest income, capital gains, and fund net\u2002asset value (NAV) changes over a period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yield to maturity (YTM):<\/strong> The total return expected on a bond if the bond is\u2002held until the maturity date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sharpe\u2002ratio:<\/strong> Evaluates the risk-adjusted return of a fund.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum Market Return:<\/strong> The Market Minimum Return compares a fixed\u2002income fund&#8217;s performance against relevant benchmarks, such as bond indices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Fixed_Income_Funds_Offer_Stable_Returns_and_Manage_Risk\"><\/span>How Do Fixed Income Funds Offer Stable Returns and Manage Risk?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss\u2002how these bond funds strive to strike a balance between safety and liquidity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preservation of\u2002capital: <\/strong>The goal of the fund is primarily to keep you\u2002from losing your initial investment by seeking stability over superior\u2002returns. Funds that invest in fixed income do so by purchasing bonds viewed as relatively safer, such as government bonds or corporate bonds\u2002from top-rated companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Liquidity: <\/strong>Liquidity\u2002is how easily you can get your cash investment. The\u2002liquidity of fixed-income mutual funds is quite high. You can usually\u2002sell your fund shares and have your money returned to you with relative speed. This contrasts with a certificate of deposit (CD), for example, where you&#8217;d have to wait until it matures to\u2002access your money without incurring penalties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stable Returns: <\/strong>Bonds pay regular income in the\u2002form of interest payments. These stable income figures are passed on to you by\u2002fixed income funds, resulting in a more predictable investment return. That\u2019s like just getting\u2002a regular paycheck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Investment strategy: <\/strong>They spread out the fund\u2019s holdings to\u2002lessen the impact of any one bond that isn\u2019t paid off. They also track interest\u2002rates and adjust the holdings in the portfolio to reduce interest rate risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Factors_for_Investors_in_Fixed_Income_Mutual_Funds\"><\/span>Key Factors for Investors in Fixed Income Mutual Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the specifics on what to\u2002watch for when choosing a bond fund:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fund Management:<\/strong> This is the team that\u2002decides where to invest. A good manager understands bonds and\u2002risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NAV: <\/strong>Net Asset Value or NAV is the price per fund\u2002share. That amount varies each day as the bond values\u2002are adjusted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expense Ratios: <\/strong>These are the running costs of the fund expressed as\u2002a percentage. And more money\u2002for you with lower fees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Basically<\/strong>: Check who&#8217;s running the fund. Know the daily price. Pay attention to the fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also, Check &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/prodigypro.co.in\/blog\/what-are-open-ended-mutual-funds\/\">What Are Open Ended Mutual Funds<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_a_parting_note%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>On a parting note\u2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Fixed-income mutual funds are essential for investors looking for stability and predictable returns\u2002in the face of market volatility. A healthy balance of diverse financial instruments, from sovereign bonds to yield-maximizing assets, provides a diversified portfolio balancing yield with risk. Also, the emphasis on capital preservation and liquidity\u2002highlights the fund&#8217;s function as a safe and liquid investment. Investors gain insights into the mechanics of their investments, and by keeping fund management, NAV, and expense ratios in mind, they can\u2002make informed decisions to navigate this space \u2014 using fixed income mutual funds to neutralize risk and optimize returns, creating a diversified portfolio capable of weathering market volatility while generating steady cash flow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These funds provide a strategic path to these goals, showing how careful bond investment can be an\u2002important part of a balanced approach to investing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please share your thoughts on this post by leaving a reply in the comments section. 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Alternatively, you can download the<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.bfc_mf.prodigy_app&amp;pcampaignid=web_share\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0Prodigy Pro<\/a>\u00a0app to start investing today!<\/p>\n\n\n<div ><style>#sp-ea-484 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-484.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-484.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #ffffff;}#sp-ea-484.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-484.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #7c8cff;}#sp-ea-484.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1776146471\"><div id=\"sp-ea-484\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_objective%E2%80%82of_a_fixed-income_mutual_fund\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4840\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4840\" aria-controls=\"collapse4840\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What is the objective\u2002of a fixed-income mutual fund?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse4840\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-484\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4840\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Making fixed income more stable and capital from makeshift\u2002investments with bonds.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_credit_risk_is_there_in_a%E2%80%82bond_fund\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4841\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4841\" aria-controls=\"collapse4841\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How much credit risk is there in a\u2002bond fund?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse4841\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-484\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4841\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The danger is that the bond\u2002issuer will default on the debt.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_impact%E2%80%82do_interest_rate_changes_have_on_the_values_of_bond_funds\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4842\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4842\" aria-controls=\"collapse4842\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What impact\u2002do interest rate changes have on the values of bond funds?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse4842\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-484\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4842\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bond prices usually move in the opposite direction of interest\u2002rate shifts.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What%E2%80%82is_%E2%80%9Cduration%E2%80%9D_as_it_relates_to_a_bond_fund\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4843\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4843\" aria-controls=\"collapse4843\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What\u2002is \u201cduration,\u201d as it relates to a bond fund?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse4843\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-484\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4843\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The fund\u2019s exposure to\u2002changes in interest rates.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What%E2%80%82is_an_expense_ratio_to_a_bond_fund\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4844\" 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