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.
GOP to Offer Temporary Debt Ceiling Plan
By Melanie WaddellThe plan would also permanently bar Treasury from using extraordinary measures to avoid default.
October 07, 2013
Finke’s ‘Bizarre’ Discovery: Stocks Safer in Long TermAre stocks long-run winners, or should investors stick with less risky products? A 20-country study by Michael Finke and others says stocks are the best choice.
October 03, 2013
PIMCO’s Gross: Look Out for Low Rates Till 2035Even after QE ends, Bill Gross says, low interest rates will persist for decades since the economy is too weak to handle higher yields.
October 03, 2013
PIMCO’s Hodge: Default on U.S. Debt Is ‘Unthinkable’The Morningstar event serves as a bellwether for market participants worries about politicking in Washington over the shutdown and the debt ceiling deadline.
October 01, 2013
Fitch: ETFs Gain Bond CloutHow much of an impact are ETFs having on the bond market? A whole lot, according to a report from Fitch Ratings.
October 01, 2013
Top 10 Questions & Answers About Convertible BondsConvertible bonds are receiving an increased amount of interest in the current fixed income environment. Here's what you need to know.
October 01, 2013
With Shutdown, Fears of a Nightmare on Wall StreetBob Doll calls the political crisis "noise" that could stop the S&Ps bullish run, while Bank of America refers to a possible "market correction."