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.
Goldman Sachs: Build Back Better Won't Pass
By Bernice NapachThe expectation from Goldman economists led them to lower their GDP forecast for 2022.
December 15, 2021
Fed Doubles Taper, Signals Three 2022 Hikes in Inflation PivotThe faster pullback puts Fed Chair Jerome Powell in position to raise rates earlier than previously expected to counter price pressures if necessary.
December 15, 2021
5 Reasons to Consider Series I Savings Bonds Now: Jeff LevineHigher inflation has made the "rarely used" Federal Series I Savings Bond much more appealing to investors, the tax expert says.
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.