As Interest Rates Rise, Beware of the Default Risk Trap

Bank loans are seen as a great way to diversify away from interest-rate risk; they are not, says a credit expert.

Fed Rate Hike, What Rate Hike? High-Yield Bonds Still Attractive

Junk-rated bonds are seen delivering good returns in the second half despite any Fed interest rate hike.

What to Do in the Stock Markets If Volatility Suddenly Spikes

Low volatility could indicate complacency; look to buy Europe and emerging markets on dips.

Don't Rush to Sell Eurozone Corporate Bonds on ECB Taper Fears

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.

Did Tuesday Reverse the Trump Trade?

Certainties have deteriorated amid GOP infighting and Russia issues.

Fed Rate Hike Won't Impact All Emerging Markets Equally, So Beware

For the moment, emerging European countries seem the best for bond investors once the Fed resumes its tightening in earnest.

Conditions Are Ripe for a Correction of Consequence

With various sectors peaking and GDP estimates in decline, it would not be a surprise to see the markets give up some ground.

Here's How Paul Ryan's Tax Plan Would Work

Be cautious on betting which particular tax proposals get implemented.

How Paul Ryan's Tax Plan Would Work

Be cautious on betting which particular tax proposals get implemented.

Trump's Repatriation Plans Could Spur Corporate Bonds in 2017

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.