Fixed Income
News and analysis of fixed income markets including the key factors affecting performance such as interest rates, Federal Reserve policy and the state of the economy.
Social Security COLA for 2020: Will Trade Wars Increase SSA's Projection?
By Nick ThorntonThe wild card that could affect the COLA in the immediate term is what one economist calls a "trade conflagration."
June 25, 2019
Fed's Powell Reiterates Stronger Case for Cut Amid Economic RisksThose risks include greater uncertainty about trade and strength of the global economy, Powell said.
June 25, 2019
Why LPL Is Bullish on StocksThe IBD's research unit offers its views on the economy and on specific asset classes.
June 24, 2019
Beat the Fed: Lock In CD Rates NowThe founder of depositaccounts.com offers suggestions for investors seeking no-risk, income-producing products.
June 21, 2019
Ed Slott: The Pros and Cons of Annuities in Retirement PlansIn this edition of Human Capital, Ed Slott discusses one of the main provisions of the Secure Act.
June 20, 2019
Vanguard Prepares to End Variable Annuity Offering"Annuity administration is not central to our long-term product and service plans," said Vanguard's Karin Risi.
June 20, 2019
Trump Says He Can Replace Fed's PowellJerome Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve Board, says he will serve his full term despite criticism.
June 19, 2019
Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged, Scraps 'Patient' ApproachThe Fed's statement set the stage for potential rate cuts later this year although policymakers were sharply divided on the necessity for one.