Introduction Bonds are a cornerstone of fixed-income investing, offering predictable cash flows and portfolio diversification. Understanding how bonds work, how they are valued, and the risks involved is essential for both individual investors and financial analysts. This guide dives into bond valuation formulas, key yield metrics, bond features, risk factors, and practical analysis techniques. What Is a Bond? A bond is a debt instrument through which an issuer—such as a government, corporation, or public agency—borrows capital from investors. In return, the issuer agrees to: Pay interest at a specified coupon rate and frequency Repay the principal (face value) at maturity Bond investors become creditors to the issuer and must consider creditworthiness, interest-rate dynamics, and inflation when evaluating potential investments. Bond Valuation Fundamentals Present Value of Cash Flows The fair price P P of a bond equals the present value of its future cash flows: P = ∑ t = 1 N C ...
Structure-Driven Entries, Indicator Confirmation, and Extension-Based Targeting Fibonacci retracement is not just a visual overlay—it’s a probabilistic framework for structuring trades around price memory, behavioral thresholds, and liquidity clusters. When applied rigorously, it enables traders to define entries, stops, and targets with geometric clarity and statistical discipline. In this chapter, we’ll build a complete retracement strategy from the ground up, then walk through a real-world case study using Apple Inc. (AAPL). 🧭 5.1 Step-by-Step Strategy: From Trend Identification to Execution Let’s break down the full workflow of a Fibonacci retracement strategy, integrating technical structure, indicator confirmation, and risk management. 🔍 Step 1: Identify a Dominant Trend Before applying Fibonacci levels, you must determine whether the market is trending—and in which direction. Tools for trend detection: Price structure: Higher highs and higher lows (bullish); lower highs...