[Explained] Investing in government securities: Do they suit your financial goals?
Updated Feb 16, 2021 | 08:26 IST The RBI has recently allowed direct access in G-secs to retail investors. However, more operational clarity will emerge in the days to come. Investing in government securities: Do they suit your financial goals?  Government Securities (G-Secs) are one of the safest investing instruments available in the market. They are issued and backed by the central or state governments. So, they don't carry any default risk. This sovereign guarantee makes G-secs highly attractive for risk-averse investors. But because of the low risks, government...