Australian Investors Podcast

Bonds are not boring: Lessons from a bond analyst with Philip Brown from FIIG


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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with Philip Brown, Head of Research at FIIG (Fixed Income Investment Group) to discuss:

  • How bond markets move before equities
  • Understanding credit ratings and junk bonds
  • How FIIG helps everyday investors access corporate bonds
  • The crossover between strategy in sport and investing

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    Topics Covered
    • Philip Brown’s unlikely path from gateball to global bond research
    • Why bond markets move before equity markets
    • What investors can learn from bond pricing and sentiment
    • How credit ratings are determined and what they mean
    • The role of diversification in a bond portfolio
    • Understanding subordinated and junk bonds
    • How FIIG makes bonds accessible to everyday investors
    • Red flags Philip looks for in a bond issuer
    • The overlap between strategic sport thinking and investment research

    • Resources for this episode

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      • FIIG Official Website


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        This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.

        If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.


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