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.
Into the Unknown: Rethinking Return Assumptions for Financial Plans
By David BlanchettNeither historical long-term average returns nor the shorter-term assumptions of asset managers are ideal guides for today's investors.
December 13, 2021
Foundation for Financial Planning Sets $5M Fundraising Goal for Pro Bono ProgramsFFP develops and funds programs that connect certified financial planners to those who need help.
December 07, 2021
The Secret Is Out on 7.12% Inflation-Protected BondsWith signals that the Fed will wind down asset purchases sooner than expected, this may be as good as it gets for Series I interest rates.
November 30, 2021
The Hard Truth About TIPSAdvisors thinking they can take TDF assets and get higher bond returns elsewhere are denying today's market reality.
November 29, 2021
Bonds Show Hedging Magic in Latest Test to Rebuff 60/40 HatersThere are big reasons why bonds — and balanced-portfolio strategies that rely on them — aren't broken in the age of inflation.
November 23, 2021
Rising Inflation May Be a Lesser Risk Than a Fed Mistake: StrategistsInflation has peaked or is about to, but price pressures will remain, economists and bond strategists say.
November 22, 2021
Christine Benz on the Industry Issue That Keeps Her Up at NightThe Morningstar columnist also dishes on her love of cooking and why "life planning" is the next frontier for advisors.
November 22, 2021
Biden Keeps Powell as Fed Chief, Elevates Brainard to Vice ChairA Republican, Jerome Powell faces what will likely be a smooth confirmation in the Senate.