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Bond Insights

CD or Treasury? 5 Factors to Consider

Certificates of deposit (CDs) and Treasuries both can offer steady, predictable investment income—but how to decide between them? Here are five factors to help you choose.

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Why Markets Are Shrugging Off Sticky Inflation

Inflation remains elevated, keeping the Fed on hold and pushing rate cuts out of view, while energy prices and geopolitical tensions complicate the outlook.

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Bond Insights

Preferreds Might Offer Value Amid Volatility

Yields for preferred securities have generally risen more than corporate bond and long-term Treasury yields over the past few months, making them more attractive to investors.

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Can AI Continue to Drive Emerging Market Stocks?

Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?

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Concentration Risk Meets Diversification Reality

Collin Martin and Inga Rachwald discuss the critical role of diversification in constructing a multi-asset portfolio.

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First Quarter 2026 Earnings: Feelin' Alright

S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.

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How Macro Forces Shape Credit Markets (With Winnie Cisar)

Winnie Cisar of CreditSights joins Collin Martin to break down today's corporate credit landscape, from inflation and ratings trends to AI spending and private credit risks.

Bond Insights

TIPS for Inflation Protection

Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can help buffer a portfolio against inflation. However, it's important to understand their unique characteristics and complex nature.