New Delhi, Nov. 10 -- The increasing likelihood of rate cuts is making a particular segment of the bond market more appealing - specifically, long-term bonds with maturities of 10 years or more.

Interestingly, the wars that seem to be troubling the world nowadays may have a direct bearing on the attractiveness (and price movements) of long-term bonds.

"Yes, the 10-15 year segment (in bonds) currently offers compelling relative value," says Saurav Ghosh, Co-founder of Jiraaf.

The 10-year benchmark yield stands at around 6.45%-6.55%, while longer maturities in the 13-15 year range offer yields of 6.86%-6.9%. This pickup over the benchmark makes it attractive, particularly as inflation stays contained and the RBI edges closer to a rate-cu...