Fixed Income
Read our views on trends in the fixed income market affecting bonds, CDs, and money markets.
Fixed Income content
Bond Insights
Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.
Bond Insights
Short-term bond yields are high currently, but with the Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates investors may want to consider longer-term bonds or bond funds.
On Investing
Kathy Jones and Cooper Howard interview Jane Ridley from S&P Global about how municipal bonds are rated.
On Investing
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders explain their investing philosophies and how they analyze market data.
Liquid alternatives offer broader access to unconventional strategies, but may not provide the exact outcome investors expect.
Bond Insights
Although investing in in-state municipal bonds may have tax advantages, there can be good reasons to buy out-of-state munis.
Preferred securities appear attractive for those willing to take higher risk, but more risk-averse investors should consider investment-grade corporate bonds instead.