Generally, market interest rates and bond prices move in opposite directions, meaning as rates increase, bond values will typically fall.
Retirees may reduce interest rate risk by choosing bonds with a shorter duration, which are less sensitive to rate hikes.
Rising interest rates may still be good for retirees with a longer timeline
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