Write an initial post in which you explain the relationship between TIPS and the consumer price index. What are the benefits and drawbacks of buying TIPS?

Discussion 6-1 Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities

Inflation-linked bonds, also known as treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS), are used to protect against inflation. A good understanding of TIPS is necessary for capitalizing on market opportunities.

Once you have read the chapters assigned for this module, write an initial post in which you explain the relationship between TIPS and the consumer price index. What are the benefits and drawbacks of buying TIPS?