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.
An Unconventional Approach to Asset Location
By Brad TinnonA traditional asset location strategy is to put stocks in a taxable account and bonds in an IRA. But this isn't always the best advice.
July 12, 2017
Yellen Sees Inflation Key Uncertainty Amid Moderate GrowthBut she said it was "premature" to say that inflation won't reach the Fed's 2% target over the next couple of years.
July 12, 2017
Are Stocks Overvalued or Poised for More Gains?Outlooks differ widely among strategists, even as many global stock markets continue to trade near recent, often record, highs.
July 10, 2017
Schwab Expands Commission-Free ETF OfferingsSchwab has added 15 ETFs to the platform, including stock, bond and commodity ETFs, plus one focused on MLPs.
July 10, 2017
280 CapMarkets Launches Muni Bond Trading and Pricing Platform for AdvisorsThe platform will provide access to essentially the entire muni market as well as price transparency.
July 10, 2017
Bernard Health Expands Partnership With Financial Advisors: Portfolio ProductsAlso, MSRB launched a free, scenario-based course to educate advisors and investors about municipal bonds.
July 07, 2017
MetLife to Acquire Bond ManagerThe insurer hopes to work with more institutional investment consultants.
July 07, 2017
‘Bonds Are Winning,’ PGIM Says as JPMorgan Warns of ComplacencyRobert Tipp sees a huge shadow supply of excess labor.