The Dow Theory Today
The basic principles of Dow Theory are sound and are still applicable today. The industrial companies still need to transport their goods.
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The Dow Theory
Charles Dow viewed the stock market as an indicator of business activity. Dow Theory is base on the Industrial and Transport Averages both confirming a change in market direction.
Charles Dow and the Averages
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is the most famous and widely quoted index. Charles Dow co-founded the Wall Street Journal and published articles on market analysis.
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Corporate Credit Ratings
Credit rating agencies rate most of the larger companies and municipalities for their credit worthiness. Credit rating for bonds.
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Corporate Bonds
Corporate bonds generally pay the highest interest rates and are usually available in $1,000 or $5,000 denominations with maturities up to 30 years.
Municipal Bonds
An alternative to treasury bonds are municipal bonds which are exempt from federal taxes. These bonds are popular with investors seeking to reduce their tax burden.
Treasury Bonds
The U.S. Federal Treasury issues bonds with various maturities ranging from four weeks up to 30 years and come with the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
The Various Categories of Bonds
Investors who are new to bonds tend to be familiar with the term ‘Treasury Bonds’ as these bonds are widely covered by the financial press.
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Speculating with Bonds
The speculative strategies with bonds include Convertible Bond Hedge tactics and Bankruptcy Bond tactics – Popular with hedge funds and experienced investors.
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Bond Investing Strategies
The primary purpose of bonds is to provide an income, but there’s a wide variety of bond strategies that profit from capital gains.
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