Optimistic view, as noted by @tipswatch. Disheartening that any criticism of the any administrations results in the accusations flying around,…
"As of late March 2026, the Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (VYMI) offers a dividend yield of approximately 3.72%…
I also roll T-bills, although when they mature isn’t all that important to me as they are extremely liquid and…
"religious fanatics" we have our share running our country. The same theory no compromise you come to our side. Religion…
Category Archives: Investing in TIPS
10-year TIPS reopening looks likely to hover near record-low real yield
The U.S. Treasury will offer $14 billion at auction on Thursday. Who’s interested? By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Even as the Federal Reserve is hinting loudly that it will soon begin tapering its $80 billion in monthly Treasury purchases, the real … Continue reading
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August inflation: What it means for Social Security COLA, I Bonds and TIPS
U.S. inflation increased 0.3% in August, under the consensus estimate. At this point, the Social Security COLA will increase 5.8% for payments in January, but one month of data remains. The I Bond’s new inflation-adjusted variable rate is on track … Continue reading
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I Bonds vs. TIPS: What’s the best bet for inflation protection?
In the strange world of 2021, I Bonds are the clear winner. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com A few years ago I met three college friends for a day of hiking in northern Illinois (yes, you can hike in northern Illinois; … Continue reading
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30-year TIPS reopening auction gets a record-low real yield of -0.292%
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The U.S. Treasury’s $8 billion reopening auction today of CUSIP 912810SV1 generated a real yield to maturity of -0.292%, the lowest ever for any TIPS auction of this term. The auction created a 29-year, 6-month Treasury … Continue reading
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This week’s 30-year TIPS reopening auction could set a record-low yield
Not much to like here. But will big-money investors jump aboard? By David Enna, Tipswatch.com First, let me get this off my chest: I’m not a fan of 30-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities. The long term is beyond my likely lifespan, … Continue reading
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
It has been said that all wars are wars of religion. Our country is based on Judeo-Christian principals, along with…