Stock exchanges BSE and NSE advise investors to consider important factors before investing in bonds online.
Key factors include checking credit ratings, issuer's repayment track record, liquidity, settlement timelines, and tax implications.
Investors are urged to verify if platforms are SEBI-registered OBPPs, read disclaimers, and transact through secure systems to avoid potential capital loss.
Understanding concepts like Yield to Maturity (YTM), bond prices, yields, and interest rate risks is crucial for informed bond investments.