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Are you unsure about how to invest in fixed income? In Brazil, financial education is not part of the curriculum in public schools, and in private schools, teaching on this subject is superficial. Therefore, we do not have the knowledge to invest safely.
For this reason, in this text, we will explain what it is, how to invest, and why to invest in this asset, which offers investors predictable and consistent returns in the short term.
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What is fixed income?
Fixed income refers to a category of investments in which the investor makes an agreement with banks or the Government, lending money in exchange for a predefined profit. In other words, the investor already knows how much they will receive in interest at the end of the agreed term. Some examples of fixed-income assets are: Tesouro Direto, CDBs (Bank Deposit Certificates), and Credit Bills.
How to invest?
First, you need to choose the financial asset that best suits your goals and investor profile. Then, you need to open an account with a financial institution, such as a bank or brokerage, to purchase these products. Finally, you invest your money in the chosen asset and wait until maturity to receive the returns.
Why invest
There are several advantages to investing in fixed income, the first being the security offered by these assets, as they generally carry a low risk of losses.
In addition, fixed income allows you to diversify your investment portfolio, as there are several products available on the market.
Another positive point is the predictability of returns, which facilitates financial planning. Fixed income offers options for different investor profiles, with short-, medium-, and long-term investment periods.
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