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.
IRS Enters Tax Season 'Inundated,' Says Taxpayer Advocate
By Melanie WaddellThe IRS was already struggling with a heavy workload and aging technology. Then the shutdown hit.
February 12, 2019
Schwab, Fidelity Both Make Big Moves on Commission-Free ETFsThe fund giants plan to push their commission-free offerings past the 500-fund mark and add iShares funds.
February 11, 2019
Vanguard CIO: Another Rate Hike, Then a 'Permanent Pause'After a June hike, Vanguard's forecast is pricing in a rate pause by the Fed.
February 08, 2019
Why Hybrid TDFs Are Gaining Traction: PGIMNet flows into hybrid TDFs have increased by over 400% in the past three years.
February 08, 2019
Inside ETFs Conference to Focus on 'Changing Times'The four-day conference will include many notable speakers including Ric Edelman, Joe Duran, Michael Lewis and Joe Montana.
February 07, 2019
What Does 'Moderate Risk' Mean? Depends on Where You LiveNatixis' annual Global Portfolio Barometer offers insights into model portfolios and asset allocation decisions from across the world.
February 07, 2019
Fidelity Launches First Model Portfolios With ETFsThe two income-producing portfolios include active and passive mutual funds along with ETFs.
February 07, 2019
Global Fund Flows Had Worst Year Since 2011: Morningstar"Risk aversion was most evident among fixed income funds" in 2018, according to Morningstar.