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Signs of a ‘great rotation’ are gripping global markets — and U.S. stocks and bonds are the big lose...
The shifting investment trends this year have led to notable declines in U.S. equity and fixed-income markets as global investors increasingly allocate funds toward overseas opport...
Read Full Article →This chart shows the Fed has room to cut interest rates enough to boost bonds and housing
The anticipated reduction in U.S. borrowing costs could lower financing expenses, potentially stimulating investment in real estate and increasing demand for fixed-income securitie...
Read Full Article →Why bonds aren’t acting like a safe haven for investors amid the Israel-Iran conflict
If tensions between Israel and Iran escalate into a wider conflict, government debt securities are expected to perform reliably as low-risk investments, according to financial expe...
Read Full Article →Stocks haven’t been this expensive relative to bonds in almost 25 years. Is a market downturn next?
The current valuation gap between equities and fixed-income securities reaches levels not seen in over two decades, raising concerns about potential shifts in financial market cond...
Read Full Article →Are bonds still a good retirement investment?
Investors seeking steady income for retirement should carefully evaluate current bond market conditions, as rising yields may impact returns and introduce additional financial unce...
Read Full Article →World’s largest asset manager forecasts bumpy ride upwards for global yields
BlackRock indicates that global bond returns may experience fluctuations as investors demand higher compensation for increased risks associated with longer maturities.
Read Full Article →Strategist says 5% Treasury yields are a buying opportunity for bonds but a hazard for stocks
A strategist suggests that while a 5% yield on 10-year Treasury notes may pose risks for equity markets, it presents an attractive entry point for investors seeking fixed-income se...
Read Full Article →Why is the Fed quietly buying billions in bonds — and hoping nobody notices?
The Federal Reserve's discreet purchase of large bond quantities could increase liquidity in financial markets, potentially driving up the value of assets like bitcoin, gold, and v...
Read Full Article →Here’s how an obscure bet on bonds almost crashed the $29 trillion Treasury market, Fed official say...
An unexpected shift in bond investment strategies contributed to significant volatility in the massive Treasury market, highlighting the impact of concentrated financial positions...
Read Full Article →Retail’s continued buy-the-dip mentality contrasts sharply to stated pessimism
Despite ongoing market volatility, retail investors continue to embrace a buy-the-dip strategy, indicating a persistent optimism that contrasts with broader economic pessimism obse...
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