U.S. Bond Investing Basics
Master the fundamentals of corporate and municipal bond investing, from market mechanics to risk analysis and trading platforms.
Master the fundamentals of corporate and municipal bond investing, from market mechanics to risk analysis and trading platforms.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Practical Guide to Trading Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Distinguish between types of corporate and municipal debt instruments
Identify and analyze bond investment opportunities on trading platforms
Understand market mechanics and bond pricing fundamentals
Conduct risk analysis and evaluation of bond investments
Master tax considerations and yield comparisons
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.2 Hours PreRecorded video
21 assignments
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There are 3 modules in this course
This comprehensive course covers U.S. dollar-denominated corporate and municipal bond investing fundamentals. Students learn to distinguish between different types of debt issuance, understand market mechanics, and conduct basic analyses of investment risks. The curriculum includes hands-on experience with online trading platforms, detailed exploration of bond characteristics, and practical applications of investment strategies. Special emphasis is placed on tax considerations, yield analysis, and default risk assessment.
Introduction to Municipal Bonds
Module 1 · 6 Hours to complete
Municipal Bond Analysis & Tax Considerations
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Introduction to U.S. Corporate Bonds
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Senior Market Analyst at Interactive Brokers
Steven Levine is a Senior Market Analyst at Interactive Brokers, where he has been instrumental in producing educational materials for the IBKR Campus since April 2018. He hosts webinars, writes financial market commentary, and creates instructor-led courses covering topics such as corporate and municipal bonds and ESG investing. Additionally, Steven engages audiences through podcasts that explore a wide range of subjects, including macroeconomics, monetary policy, and structured finance. He holds a BA from The New School and an MA in Media Studies from the same institution, along with certifications in financial risk management. Prior to his current role, he gained extensive experience in financial reporting and risk management across various organizations.
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