What is a difference between bond and mutual fund?

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Bonds are debt securities issued by companies or governments, while mutual funds are investment vehicles that pool money from multiple investors.

Bonds are fixed-income securities that pay a fixed interest rate to the bondholder.
Mutual funds are a collection of stocks, bonds, and other securities that are managed by a professional fund manager.
Bonds are generally considered less risky than stocks, but also offer lower returns.
Mutual funds offer diversification and professional management, but also come with fees and expenses.
Bonds can be bought and sold on the secondary market, while mutual fund shares are bought and sold through the fund company.
Examples of bond issuers include the US Treasury, corporations, and municipalities.
Examples of mutual fund companies include Vanguard, Fidelity, and BlackRock.

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