not gonna lie, bonds looked simple from outside but once you start reading terms like YTM, clean price, record date etc it gets confusing fast. is it just me or does everyone feel this initially
same, too many terms at once
It settles after a while. First few investments are always a bit confusing.
that’s how most people learn tbh, nobody reads everything upfront
i’m still not fully clear on some of these terms, like YTM vs coupon took me time
exactly, you think you got it and then something new pops up
It’s normal. Bonds are simple in structure but the terminology can make them seem complex initially. Once the concepts connect, it becomes easier.
it will, after 2 to 3 investments it starts feeling normal
okay that’s reassuring