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Experts warn bond investors: "just buy the index" strategy has key pitfalls

Investment experts are warning that the flagship bond index has quirks that passive investors may overlook — in particular, its composition is weighted towards the most indebted issuers, which can expose investors to hidden risk. Unlike equity index investing, simply buying the bond benchmark is not always the best approach. Experts recommend a more selective strategy when building a fixed-income portfolio.