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.
What the October Jobs Data Means for the Fed
By Mohamed El-ErianHere are the three data points to look for in the October jobs report tomorrow to discern how the Fed is leaning, Mohamed El-Erian writes.
November 03, 2015
Bill Gross: Flat Yield Curve Crushes CapitalismCapitalism does not function well with an inappropriately flat yield curve, Gross writes, suggesting a new Fed strategy he calls Operation Switch.
November 02, 2015
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Bond InvestingFor long-term investors, when the Fed raises interest rates is irrelevant to the construction of a high-quality bond portfolio.
November 02, 2015
Soros Pulls $490M Out of Gross’ Janus FundThe redemption by one of the best-known money managers is a setback for Gross, whose new fund has struggled amid mediocre returns.
November 02, 2015
High-Yield Bonds Signal More Market Gains: Searching for Alpha for November 2015This return of the risk appetite for fixed income investors may indicate that the economy is in better shape than many believe.
October 30, 2015
How Advisors Can Use ETFs to Minimize 2015 Tax BillsNow is the time for investors to sell money-losing ETFs and stocks to offset capital gains in the current calendar year, Ron DeLegge writes.
October 27, 2015
Budget Bill Prevents ‘Dramatic’ Medicare Premium HikeDraft of bipartisan bill includes a provision setting 2016 Part B premium at $120 for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries.
October 27, 2015
Who Wins the ‘Passive vs. Active’ Institutional Debate? Pt. 7: U.S. High Yield BondsWhen it comes to high-yield bonds, you'd be better off with an active strategy in mutual funds.