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.
4 Bond Moves to Consider Making Now
By John ManganaroDespite an inverting yield curve, steps like looking at higher yields and extending bond portfolio duration may be worthwhile for advisors and their clients.
November 03, 2022
The Fed's Silver Lining for Retirement PortfoliosHigher rates present an opportunity to lock in attractive yields moving forward.
November 02, 2022
Powell Sees Higher Peak for Rates, Path to Slow Tempo of HikesThe Fed's unanimous decision lifted the target for the benchmark federal funds rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%, its highest level since 2008.
November 02, 2022
Record Powerball Jackpots Are Teachable Moments for Pension ParticipantsPension participants (and lottery winners) have to carefully evaluate the pros and cons of a lump-sum offer.
November 02, 2022
Fed Hikes Again by 75 Basis Points, Hints at Entering End PhaseThe move will spur speculation that Fed Chair Jerome Powell and colleagues may slow the pace of rate increases at their December meeting.
November 01, 2022
New I Bond Rate Set at 6.89%The Treasury Department sold about $3 billion in I bonds last week while the 9.62% rate remained in place.
October 31, 2022
Treasury Sold More I Bonds In October Than All of 2021Nearly $1 billion worth of I bonds were sold Friday alone amid a rush to buy before rates reset.
October 31, 2022
What Annuities Can Do for Retirees That Traditional Fixed Income Can'tAnnuities are far more efficient at generating income than a traditional fixed income portfolio, David Lau says.