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.
Fidelity Plans Latest Mutual Fund-to-ETF Flip
By Amanda AlbrightThe two municipal bond funds are expected to be converted next year, according to two separate regulatory filings.
September 25, 2024
The $6.3T Money-Market Industry Just Got Its First ETFThough interest rates are coming down, Texas Capital sees an opportunity to capitalize on the still-strong demand for cash.
September 24, 2024
Fidelity Says Advisors' ETF Use Rose Sharply This Year. Here's Why.Growth in active ETFs is helping drive a shift toward greater ETF use overall, Fidelity found.
September 18, 2024
Fed Cuts Rates by Half Point In Decisive Bid to Defend EconomyThe move highlights the growing concern among policymakers over the employment landscape.
September 09, 2024
How to Benchmark a Client Portfolio: Christine BenzGauging performance and suitability involves more than looking at major market indexes, Morningstar's retirement expert writes.
September 03, 2024
S&P 500 Sees Biggest Slide Since August MeltdownThe S&P 500 dropped 1.6%, with the gauge drifting down toward 5,550. The Nasdaq 100 slid 2.5%.
September 03, 2024
New Ways to Help Clients Move Beyond the 60/40 PortfolioOptions-based, structured outcome strategies that precisely manage risk are stirring advisors' attention.
August 26, 2024
Jeremy Siegel: Stock Market Shifting in New DirectionInvestors' recent move out of tech could "define the next phase of market behavior," the economist says.