With investors scrambling to add different asset classes into their portfolios to equal their returns to that of 10-20 years ago, they may be exposed to higher volatility than the past as well.

The issue of an investor buying the “wrong product” and losing significant amounts of capital as a result is not a new one. Do you know whether your advisor is committed to working in your interest?

Three things are certain in life: death, taxes and inflation.

Bonds are primarily meant to stabilise your portfolio and provide a buffer during volatility. Buying them for returns or yield can be dangerous and expose you to hidden risks.

There are signs that the more than 30-year bond bull market is finally turning.