High-yield funds pool money into bonds from companies with lower credit ratings, offering higher interest payouts in exchange for greater risk. Investors use them to boost income in diversified portfolios, often during low-rate environments, while accepting potential volatility. They suit aggressive income seekers, retirees with long horizons, and institutions aiming to balance yield against default risk.
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