Two years ago, I was writing about the high inflation of 2022 and 2023. Right around that time inflation started dropping dramatically, all the way to where it sits now—below 3%. Meanwhile, interest ...
Lower rates tend to reduce yields on government bonds, which can push investor demand toward higher-yield corporate bonds.
How Is Money Lost on Bonds? Bonds are a popular investment instrument that allows individuals, corporations, and governments to raise capital by issuing debt securities. Investing in bonds can provide ...
The Federal Reserve today made a significant decision to lower its key interest rate. Here is what you need to know.
Below are the most important global events likely to affect FX and bond markets in the week starting Aug. 11. U.S. inflation data for July will be closely watched, particularly after recent weak jobs ...
U.S. inflation data for February will be the highlight among economic data as investors continue to follow the back-and-forth of U.S. President Trump's announcements on tariffs. A rate decision by the ...
Traders rejoice when the Federal Reserve drops interest rates, but is it good news for everyone? Interest rates have a direct ...
Experts say Americans shouldn't expect a further decline in mortgage rates immediately after the Fed's September meeting.
US Treasuries fell slightly, following a decline in European bonds as the escalating conflict in the Middle East stoked fears of an oil supply disruption that would fan inflation. Treasury yields ...
The roller coaster ride of the stock market in recent weeks has some investors wondering if they should seek safer and perhaps more dependable options to protect their money. Bonds are seen by some ...