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.
Jobs Data Wipes Out Bets on Big Fed Cuts
By Michael MackenzieSeptember U.S. employment data blew past estimates and signaled a robust hiring trend.
October 02, 2024
TD Securities to Pay $28.5M to Resolve Spoofing AllegationsThe charges concern tens of billions of dollars in fraudulent trades of Treasurys, authorties said.
September 25, 2024
The $6.3T Money-Market Industry Just Got Its First ETFThough interest rates are coming down, Texas Capital sees an opportunity to capitalize on the still-strong demand for cash.
September 24, 2024
Fidelity Says Advisors' ETF Use Rose Sharply This Year. Here's Why.Growth in active ETFs is helping drive a shift toward greater ETF use overall, Fidelity found.
September 18, 2024
Fed Cuts Rates by Half Point In Decisive Bid to Defend EconomyThe move highlights the growing concern among policymakers over the employment landscape.
September 09, 2024
How to Benchmark a Client Portfolio: Christine BenzGauging performance and suitability involves more than looking at major market indexes, Morningstar's retirement expert writes.
September 03, 2024
S&P 500 Sees Biggest Slide Since August MeltdownThe S&P 500 dropped 1.6%, with the gauge drifting down toward 5,550. The Nasdaq 100 slid 2.5%.
September 03, 2024
New Ways to Help Clients Move Beyond the 60/40 PortfolioOptions-based, structured outcome strategies that precisely manage risk are stirring advisors' attention.