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Bonds/Gilts

Hi everyone

Can anyone tell me what are the best conditions to invest in bonds/gilts? Secondly, is there a good website where one can go to check if those 'conditions' have occurred? Many thanks.

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  • Reaper
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    If you think interest rates and inflation are likely to fall
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  • dunstonh
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    Can anyone tell me what are the best conditions to invest in bonds/gilts?

    as part of a balanced portfolio that is weighted in the asset classes to match your risk profile.
    Secondly, is there a good website where one can go to check if those 'conditions' have occurred?

    The condition is constant. it does not change with time.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
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