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A client tells you that he strongly believes that interest rates in general will fall abruptly over the next six months.He asks you to recommend bonds for a portfolio to provide capital gains on the interest rate move.Generally,what would you suggest?What if he expected rates to rise?


Definitions:

Interest Rate Spread

The difference between the interest rates of two different financial instruments, often highlighting the comparative risk or return.

Insurance Premium

The amount that individuals or organizations must pay for their insurance policies, covering a wide range of risks.

Risk Premium

The additional return expected by an investor for holding a risky asset rather than a risk-free asset, compensating for the extra risk.

Human Capital

The economic value of a worker's experience and skills, including factors like education, training, intelligence, skills, health, and other things employers value.

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