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Debt Fund
A debt fund invests in government securities, corporate bonds, treasury bills and money market instruments. Returns come from interest and changes in bond prices, and are generally steadier than equity funds.
Why It Matters
Debt funds can lose money when interest rates rise or a borrower defaults.
In India
Short-duration debt funds are often used to park money for a few months to a few years.
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