Hey guys... eciding where to play $$$$ - want good returns, but also want to minimize downside risk as I am bearish in the short-term. I know bonds and treasuries are a good way to reduce risk, but with such low interest rates and the inevitable rise, are short-term bonds even a good idea (cash may be better)?
Furthermore, I am looking into U.S. Treasury ETFs - particularly GOVT, SCHR, and TIPS. These are obviously less volatile than stocks, but they also look like they can go (-) in a bear market. What can I buy that will have low return but will guarantee no loss of principal?
I am planning to invest about 40% in these bonds/u.s. treasuries.... and 60% in indexes/stocks.
