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.
Morningstar Upgrades 5 Funds, Downgrades 7 and Puts 3 Under Review
By Bernice NapachThe new Morningstar analyst ratings included only one upgrade to Gold.
January 10, 2017
Bill Gross: Forget Dow 20K, Here’s the Number to WatchIn his January outlook, Gross discusses "the key to interest rate levels and perhaps stock price levels in 2017."
January 09, 2017
FHA to Cut Fees, Lowering Rates for First-Time Home BuyersThe change, which Trump could reverse when he takes office, reduces annual insurance premiums by 0.25%.
January 09, 2017
SIFMA Recommends Full-Market Close on MLK DayThe move would cover government securities, muni bonds and other products.
January 09, 2017
Goldman Strategists Decry as ‘Fake News’ a Rotation From Bonds to StocksGoldman expects a minimal shift away from debt into equity because of investment restrictions and other factors.
January 08, 2017
ProShares, UBS Launch 2 Oil-Linked ETNs: Top Portfolio ProductsIn other product news, Thornburg launched its first liquid alternative fund.
January 05, 2017
Bob Doll’s 10 Predictions for 2017Nuveens chief equity strategist expects stocks will outperform bonds but peak in the first half of the year.
January 04, 2017
Fed Officials Endorse Gradual Rate HikesMany Fed officials are starting to worry that they might be forced to raise interest rates faster because of inflation.