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.
Bond Market Looks Expensive, Until You Factor in Threat of War
By Brian ChappattaIncreased geopolitical risk is raising doubts about the likelihood of a third 2017 Federal Reserve rate hike.
August 14, 2017
2 Key Times to Invest in Actively Managed FundsWhen should advisors consider investing their client monies in actively managed funds rather than cheaper passive index funds or ETFs?
August 14, 2017
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ for High Yield, RBC Strategist SaysBe the first person out the door, fixed income strategist Craig Bishop says.
August 14, 2017
Inaction in Washington Weighing on Economy: S&PDashed expectations for tax reform and massive infrastructure spending plus the upcoming debt ceiling debate are limiting growth prospects.
August 11, 2017
Vanguard Is Way Ahead in the Robo RaceIts AUM at the end of the first half is more than four times the AUM of Schwab, its closest rival.
August 10, 2017
NY Fed President Sees Moderate Growth and Higher Inflation AheadWilliam Dudley said inflation is moving toward the Fed's 2% target and modest wage growth is likely due to sluggish productivity growth.
August 09, 2017
Executive Changes Underway at Janus HendersonAmong those leaving the firm formed from "a merger of equals" are its chief operating and strategy officer and global head of fixed income.
August 08, 2017
Vanguard Announces Treasury-Only Policy for Several Government Bond Funds, ETFsThe fund giant says the change will provide investors more flexibility in managing risks and returns plus narrower bid-ask spreads for these ETFs.