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Fixed-Income Investing

Government Bonds

Issued with terms to maturity between two and 30 years, government bonds are considered to be very low risk fixed-income investments as they are backed by governments.

The value of government bonds fluctuates based on supply and demand in the market—a government will increase the supply of bonds to raise money that will be used to stimulate the economy.

Demand for government bonds tends to increase during periods of low confidence in equity markets as investors seek safety. Demand also tends to increase in periods of weak economic activity when the threat of inflation is minimized.

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To learn about individual RBC Funds and how they can address your investment objectives, access our Fund Updates. If you are ready to invest now, contact your advisor or explore the options available to invest with RBC Financial Group.



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