The absolute level of rates remains historically low, which leaves investors searching for yield. Kevin Flanagan explains why investors searching for income should consider complementing their fixed income portfolio with an emerging markets corporate debt strategy.

The first quarter of 2021 is now in the books, and the rising Treasury 10-Year yield continues to make headlines in the bond market. Kevin Flanagan seeks to answer the question on many investors’ minds: Where is it headed next?

The rise in the UST 10-Year this year has created speculation about the timing of the Fed’s first rate hike. Following today’s FOMC meeting, Kevin Flanagan explains why the Fed appears to be in no hurry for a liftoff.

One of the biggest stories in bond-land thus far in 2021 has been the spike in the U.S. Treasury 10-Year yield. Kevin Flanagan discusses one element that has been overlooked: the size of Treasury auctions.

Last week’s spike in the U.S. Treasury 10-Year yield was a not-so-subtle reminder that rate hedging remains an active consideration for the bond market investment landscape. Kevin Flanagan provides potential solutions for investors seeking to apply rate-hedged strategies within their fixed income portfolios.

Not all market participants are convinced yet that inflation might make a comeback, but don’t tell that to the bond market. Kevin Flanagan explains why fixed income investors should consider preparing their portfolios for a by-product of inflation: higher interest rates.