Treasurys remain a top choice for investors who value short-term safety over long-term growth because they carry negligible risk of default, says Erik Weisman, a portfolio manager at fund company MFS Investment Management.

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Unless preservation of capital is your absolute priority and growth is of no importance, the right approach is to find a balance between short-term safety and the pursuit of long-term results.

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The lack of a bailout also could lead to more safety buying longer term.

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