High-yield bonds are corporate bonds and NCDs offering a yield to maturity above 10%, well above fixed deposits and government securities. The higher yield compensates for higher credit risk — these issuers usually carry A, BBB, or unrated grades. Evaluate the issuer's creditworthiness and diversify across issuers before committing capital.
High yield bonds offer returns above 10% YTM (Yield to Maturity), significantly higher than fixed deposits and government bonds. These bonds typically come with lower credit ratings (A, BBB, or unrated) reflecting higher credit risk. They can play a role in a diversified portfolio for investors with higher risk tolerance seeking enhanced fixed income returns. Always evaluate the issuer's creditworthiness before investing.
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138 Bonds Found
Sorted by YTM. Not a recommendation.| Issuer | Rating | YTM | Coupon | Maturity | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.00Akara Capital Advisors Private Limited 07 Nov 2027 INE08XP07498 | BBB | 14.80% | 12.00% | 1.4Y | 1 |
| AKARA CAPITAL INE08XP07480 | BBB | 14.00% | 12.80% | 1.9Y | 1 |
| KEERTANA FINSERV INE0NES07329 | BBB+ | 13.85% | 12.00% | 1.3Y | 3 |
| Keertana Finserv Private Limited INE0NES07279 | BBB+ | 13.85% | 11.40% | 1.8Y | 1 |
| Cyqure India Private Limited INE0Z4807015 | BBB- | 13.75% | — | — | 1 |
| KEERTANA FINSERV PRIVATE LIMITED INE0NES07261 | BBB+ | 13.70% | 11.10% | 1.2Y | 1 |
| Avanti Finance Private Limited INE0BNQ07154 | BBB | 13.50% | — | — | 1 |
| RDC CONCRETEINDIA LIMITED INE076I07038 | BB+ | 13.50% | 12.00% | 1.8Y | 1 |
| RDC CONCRETEINDIA LIMITED INE076I07020 | BB+ | 13.50% | 12.00% | 1.7Y | 1 |
| Kanakadurga Finance Limited INE104W07229 | BBB | 13.30% | 11.55% | 1.5Y | 1 |
| Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited INE572J07810 | BBB+ | 12.95% | 11.25% | 1.9Y | 3 |
| TAPIR CONSTRUCTIONS INE00DJ07052 | A- | 12.85% | 12.50% | 3.7Y | 1 |
| Keertana Finserv Private Limited INE0NES07170 | BBB+ | 12.80% | — | — | 1 |
| SATIN CREDITCARE NETWORK LIMITED 2031 INE836B08319 | A | 12.79% | 12.00% | 5.1Y | 1 |
| MIDLAND MICROFIN LIMITED INE884Q07822 | BBB+ | 12.70% | 11.70% | 1.0Y | 2 |
| Dar Credit & Capital Ltd. INE04Q907090 | BBB- | 12.70% | — | — | 1 |
| LUCINA DEVELOPMENT INE0JZO07040 | A- | 12.50% | 13.00% | 2.6Y | 1 |
| MIDLAND MICROFIN INE884Q07855 | A- | 12.50% | 10.65% | 2.0Y | 1 |
| IFL FINANCE INE01XO07025 | BBB | 12.48% | 12.25% | 1.6Y | 1 |
| 11.65 Ugro Capital Limited 15 Mar 2031 INE583D08081 | A+ | 12.44% | 11.65% | 4.8Y | 1 |
| Akme Fintrade Limited INE916Y07032 | A- | 12.40% | — | — | 1 |
| MONEYBOXX FINANCE LIMITED INE296Q07167 | BBB | 12.30% | 10.20% | 1.8Y | 1 |
| MONEYBOXX FINANCE LIMITED INE296Q07159 | BBB | 12.30% | 10.20% | 1.5Y | 1 |
| Moneyboxx Finance Limited INE296Q07142 | BBB | 12.30% | 10.25% | 1.3Y | 2 |
| SATIN FINSERV INE03K307132 | A- | 12.10% | 10.25% | 1.8Y | 2 |
| MAHAVEER FINANCE INE911L07154 | BBB+ | 12.05% | 11.20% | 3.5Y | 1 |
| Indel Money Limited INE0BUS07CI4 | A | 12.02% | 11.75% | 4.6Y | 1 |
| Kanakadurga Finance Limited INE104W07260 | BBB | 12.00% | 11.00% | 1.0Y | 1 |
| UNIGOLD FINANCE INE0O7U07046 | BBB | 11.95% | 11.00% | 1.8Y | 1 |
| Finkurve Financial Services Limited INE734I07107 | BBB | 11.90% | — | 2.2Y | 1 |
| Finnable Credit Private Limited INE14H407116 | BBB+ | 11.85% | 11.00% | 2.2Y | 2 |
| Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited INE572J07711 | BBB+ | 11.80% | 10.59% | 1M | 1 |
| INDEL MONEY INE0BUS07CL8 | A- | 11.80% | 10.50% | 2.8Y | 2 |
| ARMAN FINANCIAL INE109C07139 | A- | 11.75% | 11.35% | 2.1Y | 3 |
| MIDLAND MICROFIN LIMITED INE884Q07780 | A- | 11.75% | 12.00% | 6M | 1 |
| KANAKADURGA FINANCE LTD INE104W07211 | BBB | 11.75% | 11.55% | 6M | 1 |
| KEERTANA FINSERV LIMITED INE0NES07246 | BBB+ | 11.75% | 11.20% | 10M | 1 |
| Annapurna Finance Private Limited INE515Q08283 | A- | 11.68% | 11.75% | 5.8Y | 1 |
| Kosamattam Finance Limited INE403Q08357 | A | 11.67% | 11.00% | 5.4Y | 1 |
| Satin Finserv Limited INE03K307124 | A- | 11.65% | 10.75% | 1.7Y | 1 |
| 11.00 Iifl Samasta Finance Limited 18 May 2030 INE413U08093 | AA- | 11.64% | 11.00% | 3.9Y | 1 |
| Csl Finance Limited INE718F07031 | A- | 11.60% | — | 1.9Y | 1 |
| wintcapital INE0RU307254 | BBB- | 11.60% | 11.16% | 1.5Y | 1 |
| Indel Money Limited INE0BUS07CJ2 | A- | 11.60% | 11.00% | 2.6Y | 1 |
| ARMAN FINANCIAL SERVICES LIMITED 2028 INE109C07147 | A | 11.55% | 10.90% | 2.3Y | 5 |
| Credit Wise Capital Limited INE0LN107063 | BBB | 11.55% | — | 1.8Y | 1 |
| Shalibhadra Finance Limited INE861D07018 | BBB- | 11.50% | 12.00% | 1.8Y | 1 |
| Finnable Credit Private Limited INE14H407074 | BBB+ | 11.50% | 12.25% | 2.0Y | 1 |
| 12.00 Slice Small Finance Bank Limited 17 Dec 2031 INE09B308044 | BBB | 11.50% | 12.00% | 5.5Y | 1 |
| IFL FINANCE LIMITED INE01XO07066 | BBB | 11.50% | 11.75% | 1.9Y | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do some bonds offer yields above 10%?
Bonds with yields above 10% typically carry higher credit risk — the issuer may have a lower credit rating (A, BBB, or unrated). The higher yield compensates investors for the greater probability of default. Other factors include longer maturity, lower liquidity, and smaller issuer size.
Are high yield bonds safe to invest in?
High yield bonds carry higher risk than AAA or AA rated bonds. The risk includes potential default (issuer unable to pay interest or principal), price volatility, and lower liquidity. Diversifying across multiple issuers and limiting high-yield allocation to 10-20% of your bond portfolio can help manage risk.
How should beginners approach high yield bonds?
Beginners should start with higher-rated bonds (AAA, AA) and gradually explore high-yield options as they build experience. Key steps: understand credit ratings, never invest more than you can afford to lose in high-yield bonds, diversify across issuers, and check the issuer's financial statements before investing.
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