Category Archives: Investing in TIPS

U.S. inflation rose 0.2% in March, what does this mean for I Bonds?

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Tipswatch

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2% in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported this morning. This was slightly higher than the expected rate of 0.1%, and resulted in … Continue reading →

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Next up: 5-year TIPS auctions April 17, 2014

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Tipswatch

What was looking like a fairly attractive auction of a new 5-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security has lost a little of its luster in the last week, but this one is still worth a look. The Treasury announced Thursday it will … Continue reading →

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When the Fed begins raising rates, what will happen to TIPS?

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Tipswatch

Janet Yellen, the Federal Reserve chair, set off a lot of turmoil in the markets on March 19  by hinting that the federal funds rate – which sets a base for short-term interest rates – could begin rising ‘around six … Continue reading →

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Repost: TreasuryDirect, TIPS and the dreaded 1099-OID

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Tipswatch

We are nearing the final days of tax season, so I am reposting a blog I wrote back on March 28, 2013, on investing in TIPS in a taxable account. In my case, my portfolio allocation works better that way, … Continue reading →

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How can I tell if I am going to pay a premium or discount at a TIPS auction?

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Tipswatch

In response to reader questions, I have added this to my ‘Q&A about TIPS‘ page on the site. It’s linked in the top navigation. There are two key questions: 1) is this a new TIPS or a reopening? and 2) … Continue reading →

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