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.
Here's Why There Aren't More Muni Green Bonds
By Martin Z. BraunThere's no incentive when underwriting fees tend to be higher, according to a study from the business school at Stanford University.
April 17, 2019
Is the Financial Transaction Tax Just a 'Crazy Democratic' Idea? Bloink & Byrnes Go Thumb to ThumbBloink and Byrnes share their opinions about the viability of the tax and the implications if this bill is passed.
April 16, 2019
Tax Reform Ruined Roth IRA Conversions, but Hope ExistsThe recharacterization door has closed, but a huge window to do Roth conversions while minimizing taxes has opened.
April 15, 2019
ProcureAM's Space ETF (UFO) Takes Off: Portfolio ProductsAlso, First Ascent Asset Management launched factor-based portfolios to be offered for a low, flat annual fee.
April 10, 2019
Fed Minutes Show Some Rate Flexibility During Uncertain TimesSeveral Fed policymakers indicated their views could shift as a result of new data and developments.
April 09, 2019
IMF Cuts Global Growth Outlook to Lowest Pace Since CrisisThe IMF cut growth forecasts for the U.S., EU and Japan.
April 08, 2019
State Street Global Advisors Launches Two Sector Rotation ETFs: Portfolio ProductsAlso, Betterment removed the minimum account balance for retail clients to use its Flexible Portfolio.
April 08, 2019
Here Is Schwab's New ABC Asset Allocation Framework for AdvisorsIt combines cap-weighted, strategic beta and actively managed allocations with a behavioral overlay.