Many invest in Treasury notes and government agency bonds, which are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government, meaning investors will be paid back in full.

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The Templeton Global Bond Fund (TPINX) invests in government and agency bonds from both developed and emerging economies.

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Cutwater only has about 10% of client assets in Treasuries, and that includes some accounts like municipalities that can only invest in government or agency bonds.

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