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How Defined-Maturity Bond ETFs Could Help You Outperform the S&P 500 Over the Next 5-10 Years

For many bond investors, the biggest hurdle hasn’t been finding attractive yields. It has been managing duration risk without taking on the burden of buying and tracking bonds maturing annually, or even quarterly.

Barchart · Sep 17

The Bank of England is shaking up its bond sales – why does it matter?

The UK central bank has announced shakeup of its bond sales programme as it unwinds massive balance sheet

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17

Bank of America Just Declared a ‘Generational Entry Point’ in U.S. Bonds. Why Investors Should Be Backing Up the Truck on Treasuries Here.

Long-dated U.S. Treasuries have officially reached their worst 10-year rolling performance in a century.

Barchart · Sep 17

US Fed Rate Hike: What it means for your money and investments

The US Federal Reserve’s quarter-point rate hike could raise borrowing costs for credit card and adjustable-rate mortgage borrowers while benefiting savers and new bond investors. Here’s how the latest Fed move could affect household finances.

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Global Market Today: Asian stocks tick higher as markets weigh further Fed hikes

In a strategic shift, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25%, aiming to address ongoing inflation challenges. This decision led to a dip in Asian sovereign bonds and the dollar, while gold maintained its losses. Interestingly, Asian stock markets posted minor gains, leaving investors speculating about the future trajectory…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Palestinian American activist arrested and ‘charged for trespassing at a public hearing’

Noura Erakat says a Florida mayor shortened speaking time and banned discussion of investment in Israeli bonds

The Guardian - US · Sep 16

Bond Yields Are Surging Again — What That Means for Savings Accounts, Loans and 401(k)s

Bond yields are surging again, and that movement reaches far beyond Wall Street. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed above 5% on September 15, reaching about 5.04%, its highest level since 2007, as investors reacted to inflation concerns, higher oil prices and worries about government borrowing.

The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 16

Indian bonds rise on short covering before Fed decision

Indian government bonds saw gains as crude oil prices retreated from recent highs. Traders squared short positions before the Federal Reserve's anticipated policy decision later today. Global debt markets stabilized after Saudi Arabia offered additional oil cargoes through Oman. The Indian central bank is also expected to tighten policy next…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Why Japanese monks are turning to stocks, US treasuries and real estate

Japanese Buddhist temples are turning to financial markets as a solution to their increasing maintenance expenses. With fewer members and reduced income from funeral services, these spiritual institutions are now exploring investments in stocks and bonds to generate necessary funds. This evolution highlights their struggle to preserve religious integrity while…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Why is European money financing the American AI boom?

Eurozone households have hundreds of billions of euros invested in US technology. Analysts say Europe has the money and promising companies, but too few become accessible investments for ordinary savers.

Euronews · Sep 16