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Should You Invest in Bonds Right Now?

NYT Business Friday 21 August 2026, 09:03 UTC By Jeff Sommer 1 min read
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High-quality bonds are still safer than stocks, but they have been swinging in value, so move cautiously, our columnist says.

High-quality bonds are still safer than stocks, but they have been swinging in value, so move cautiously, our columnist says.
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