Chapter 9: Debt Securities

In this section

• Reasons for Investing In Debt Securities
  Explore how debt securities, such as bonds and debentures, offer steady income, diversification, lower volatility, and strategic advantages in a balanced portfolio.
• Characteristics of Debt Securities
  Explore the essential features of debt securities, including issuers, credit ratings, coupon structures, and maturity considerations, to guide client-centric investment decisions.
• Risk Factors of Debt Securities
  Explore the key risk factors affecting debt securities, such as interest rate risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and more. Learn strategies to evaluate and manage these risks in Canadian and global contexts, with practical examples and best-practice guidelines.
• Mechanics of Debt Market Trading
  A comprehensive guide to primary and secondary debt markets, order types, settlement processes, and regulatory oversight in Canada.