Safe high-yield investments often include government-backed securities, high-quality bonds and income-producing equities. These assets can be preferable because they offer predictable payments over ...

"Without this tool, the credits that emerge in the high-yield space would be otherwise inaccessible," said Jim Thompson, chairman and CEO of Preston Hollow Community Capital. A rise in the number of ...

Many Boomers in 2025 need dependable passive income, and one outstanding way to achieve this is to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Unlike open-end mutual funds, ETFs trade on major exchanges ...

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Discover the semi-annual bond basis (SABB), which lets investors compare bond yields with different payment schedules, standardizing evaluations for informed decisions.

One notable trend across both mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is the growing prevalence of core-plus fixed-income strategies. These funds operate under a two-part mandate. The “core” ...

Looking to add a shot of yield to your bond portfolio? Your timing isn’t great. High-yield bonds’ spreads over Treasury bonds are near historical lows, and corporate layoffs are surging, a sign that ...

High yield bonds offer superior returns with manageable risk when selected using strict criteria on credit rating, maturity, and leverage metrics. My portfolio favors bonds with maturities under 5 ...

Stocks have surged since their April lows, with demand especially high for higher-risk equities and technology stocks - including those issued by firms with unproven profitability. The tech-heavy ...

High-yield bonds can provide increased income for investors willing to accept more risk. One of the best ways to moderate that risk is to have a broad, diversified portfolio, which investors can get ...

With more rate cuts likely on the way from the Federal Reserve, high-yield muni bond funds should perform well. With a stock market that has had a massive three-year run, taking some stock profits off ...