Interest Rates Have Moved Higher: What That Means for Bond Investors
A look at how a large move higher in interest rates has affected bond investors in some of the major segments of the bond market.
Raymond James: Where is the next stop for the 10 Year Treasury?
Raymond James Bond Market Update for week of August 20th, 2012
Raymond James: Corporate Bond Issuance Surges. Here’s what you need to Know
Raymond James weekly market update for week of August 13th, 2012
When You Should be Concerned About a Credit Rating Change
Credit rating changes happen all the time. Here is how to know when you should be concerned about a credit rating change.
Warren Buffett’s Brilliant Bond Play: Heads He Wins, Tails Nationstar Losses
As of June, Berkshire Hathaway held $900 million of Residential Capital’s (ResCap) junior secured debt.
How the Market Reacts to Credit Rating Changes
Most people agree that credit ratings are important but how exactly does the market react when credit ratings change? Read on to find out.
How Credit Spreads Change Over Time
Following changes in credit spreads can provide bond investors with clues and opportunities for profit.
Financial Bonds have Lower Default Rates AND Higher Yields. Here’s Why.
What could explain the difference in default rates between financials and non-financials?
Can we Trust Corporate Bond Credit Ratings?
Here are some reasons why you can still trust corporate bond credit ratings.
How to Chase Higher Yields as “Safely” as Possible
Where to look for potentially higher yields. They come with higher risks.