Stable Value vs Bonds

[Bogart99]

Are they a reasonable replacement for bonds?

 

[REWahoo]

Are they a reasonable replacement for bonds?

No, far too much volatility.

Take a look at this 2 year chart of Vanguard Utility ETF (VPU). Note the drop in Feb/Mar of 2020 when the price declined from $155 to $114 (-26%).

 

[audreyh1]

Are they a reasonable replacement for bonds?

No. They are equities which are not a replacement for bonds. Very different behavior.

 

[tulak]

No. They are equities which are not a replacement for bonds. Very different behavior.

+1. My SVF only goes up, albeit slowly.