Due to the global economic crisis of 2008-2009, and continued lack of economic growth, governments around the world are coming under increased pressure to solve the problem by any means possible. The solution used by many countries, especially the United States, is to pump (print) more money into their economies …
What Are My Investment Choices?
Israel offers a wide variety of choices when it comes to investing in its capital market. From stocks, government fixed-rate bonds and inflation-linked corporate bonds, to mutual funds and sector stock ETFs, Israel provides vehicles for all types of investors. Each financial investment instrument is suited to a different class of investors: …
Safety in Troubled Times: Corporate Bonds
In these troubling economic times, it is wise to invest in solid, investment grade bonds which have a reasonable rate of return. Solid Israeli corporate bonds provide a better rate of return than State of Israel government bonds, with some more risk. Fixed-yield, adjustable or inflation protected corporate bonds may …