Corporate FDs
Company deposits that may offer higher rates than banks, with higher credit risk to check.
Fixed Deposits & Bonds
Steady income, with the risks explained upfront
Corporate FDs, bonds and debt options compared on safety, liquidity and tenure — so you know what you are buying.
Explained simply
What are fixed deposits and bonds?
A fixed deposit (FD) lends your money to a bank or company for a fixed period at an agreed interest rate. A bond is a debt instrument issued by a government, PSU or company that pays interest and returns principal at maturity.
Both aim for predictable income, but they differ in credit risk, liquidity and taxation. Higher stated interest usually signals higher credit risk.
At a glance
- Predictable interest schedule
- Credit rating matters — we explain it
- Tenure and liquidity vary by instrument
Plans & options
Options we help you compare
Bonds
Debt securities from companies and institutions with defined coupons and maturity.
Tax-free / RBI bonds
Eligibility, rates and taxation vary — checked as per prevailing tax laws and issue terms.
FD laddering
Split money across maturities so cash becomes available at regular intervals.
Debt mutual funds
A market-linked alternative for some goals, with different risk and taxation.
Benefits
What fixed income can do for your plan
Tax statements are as per prevailing tax laws and subject to conditions.
Predictable payouts
Choose monthly, quarterly or maturity payouts.
Capital stability focus
Suited to goals where stability matters more than growth.
Diversify away from equity
Balance market-linked investments with fixed income.
Defined tenures
Match maturities to when you need the money.
Rating transparency
We show issuer ratings and what they mean.
Regular income planning
Build a ladder that works like a monthly salary.
Free calculator
FD maturity calculator
Estimate maturity value at an assumed interest rate.
Who should consider it
Is this right for you?
- Senior citizens
- Retirees
- Conservative investors
- Short-term goal savers
- Businesses parking surplus cash
How we help
How we help
- 1
Know your need
Income, tenure and risk comfort.
- 2
Compare issuers
Ratings, rates, payout options and fine print.
- 3
Build a ladder
Spread maturities for regular cash flow.
- 4
Track maturities
Reminders and reinvestment planning.
Compare
FD vs bonds vs debt mutual funds
| Fixed deposit | Bonds | Debt mutual funds | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return type | Fixed rate | Fixed coupon | Market-linked |
| Credit risk | Depends on issuer | Depends on issuer rating | Depends on holdings |
| Liquidity | Premature withdrawal may carry penalty | Depends on market / lock-in | Generally redeemable, exit load may apply |
| Taxation | As per prevailing tax laws | As per prevailing tax laws | As per prevailing tax laws |
FAQs
Fixed Deposits & Bonds: common questions
Are corporate FDs as safe as bank FDs?
Not necessarily. Bank deposits have certain regulatory protections up to defined limits, while corporate FDs carry the issuer's credit risk. We show you ratings and explain the difference.
What is FD laddering?
Instead of one large FD, you split money into several FDs with different maturities. This gives regular liquidity and reduces reinvestment-rate risk.
Are bond returns fixed?
Coupon payments are fixed if the issuer meets its obligations. If you sell before maturity, price can differ from face value.
How are FD and bond interest taxed?
Interest is generally taxable as per prevailing tax laws and your slab. Some bonds have special treatment — we point out the details for each.
Can I withdraw before maturity?
It depends on the instrument. Many FDs allow premature withdrawal with a penalty; some bonds are tradable but may not be liquid.
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