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How to invest in corporate bonds by buying direct or through funds
Key takeaway
Corporate bond yields near 5-6% offer UK SMEs a fixed-income alternative to cash, but direct purchase carries liquidity and default risk.
- Step 1Educational article raises awareness of corporate bond investing among UK retail investors and SMEs.
- Step 2Increased demand for corporate bonds, especially short-dated investment-grade, may tighten credit spreads by 5-10bp.
- Step 3Lower borrowing costs for UK corporates issuing bonds, potentially encouraging refinancing and capex.
Source: This Is Money
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