Bank loans are seen as a great way to diversify away from interest-rate risk; they are not, says a credit expert.
Junk-rated bonds are seen delivering good returns in the second half despite any Fed interest rate hike.
Low volatility could indicate complacency; look to buy Europe and emerging markets on dips.
Among the reasons: The European Central Bank will not want to disrupt markets by slowing its asset purchases so sharply as to cause a crash.
Certainties have deteriorated amid GOP infighting and Russia issues.
For the moment, emerging European countries seem the best for bond investors once the Fed resumes its tightening in earnest.
With various sectors peaking and GDP estimates in decline, it would not be a surprise to see the markets give up some ground.
Be cautious on betting which particular tax proposals get implemented.
Be cautious on betting which particular tax proposals get implemented.
The corporate bond market could be in for a very big year, thanks to supply and demand -- and President-elect Donald Trump's overseas cash repatriation plan.