Fixed income
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Argentina's primary election: unexpected results, but what's next for investors?
Argentina's primary elections appear poised to hand a surprise victory to the underdog candidate, and markets have been roiled by the news. We take a closer look at the implications for the country and investors.
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The Fed's rate cut is an insurance policy, not a distress signal
The Fed's decision to cut rates for the first time since 2008 wasn't exactly a surprise to the markets—but it shouldn't be viewed as the start of a longer-term trend. We examine the factors behind the move.
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A closer look at Morningstar's new core and core-plus categories
Morningstar recently changed how it classifies intermediate-term bond funds, essentially splitting the category in two. Watch this video to learn more about the implications for investors.
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What types of bonds fare best following yield curve inversions
Yield curve inversion alert—one of the most potent historical harbingers of economic recession flashed red recently. Find out what to do now.
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The outlook for interest rates in 2019: gearing up for the Fed’s shift into neutral
After three years of slowly raising interest rates, the Fed may have finally reached neutral territory. We take a closer look at the implications for bond markets.
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Cleared for takeoff: seeking income opportunities in airport municipal bonds
Airport projects can present some of the most attractive opportunities in today’s municipal bond market, thanks to tailwinds that point to strong growth prospects for U.S. airports.
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Which fixed-income strategies work best in different interest-rate environments?
Longer-term yields can be unpredictable. We take a closer look at which fixed-income strategies have held up best in different rate environments and offer some tips on how you can prepare your portfolio for whatever's next.
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At 2%, a little inflation goes a long way
With inflation finally ticking up to 2%, will the Fed start hiking rates at a more aggressive pace? We take a closer look.
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The case for emerging-market debt
Once a tactical allocation for investors with high risk tolerances, emerging-market debt today is a changed landscape. See why we think it has a role to play in a range of portfolios.
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How low can they go? Weighing the outlook for credit spreads after tax reform
Corporate bond valuations are already tight. With companies poised to reap the benefits of tax reform, can credit spreads get even tighter? Take a closer look.
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