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Latest news and analysis on bonds

Fixed Income

S&P upgrades Aussie major bank Tier 2 bond ratings from BBB+ to A-

As first forecast here in November 2023...
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Christopher Joye
Coolabah Capital
Listed Series

Top 10 most consistent ASX ETFs for your portfolio

We all value consistency, particularly in our portfolios. When it comes to investing, there’s value in knowing what to expect.
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Carl Capolingua
Livewire Markets
Asset Allocation

Soft landing or recession? These 3 economic indicators will tell you the answer

The equity rally reflects optimism about AI-driven growth. But downside risks remain. Here are three scenarios to help manage portfolios.
Isaac Poole
Ascalon Capital
Macro

Why it's the worst time to invest in US stocks in 20 years

...but the best time to invest in two well-known emerging markets.
Macrobond Financial
Macrobond Financial
Fixed Income

3 potential paths for interest rates and what they mean for bond investors

Being at (or very near) peak cash rates sets the scene for bond outperformance as markets price in the cuts well in advance.
Charlie Jamieson
Jamieson Coote Bonds
Macro

Why markets appear priced for perfection with little insurance for downside risk

The latest episode of our Complexity Premia podcast is live and addresses the outlook for 2024
Christopher Joye
Coolabah Capital
Education

Bonds: Why quality matters

Liquidity can mean the difference between prospering and missing out when opportunities arise.
Charlie Jamieson
Jamieson Coote Bonds
Education

Why Government Bonds remain a natural choice

Government Bonds are arguably now in better shape and more able to defend portfolios than they have been in years.
Charlie Jamieson
Jamieson Coote Bonds
Fixed Income

Inefficiency is driving an opportunity in this market

ETFs and TDs can be cost-efficient, however, they may undervalue risk and overlook the potential for higher income and returns.
Darren Langer
Yarra Capital Management
Asset Allocation

Three indicators that point to recession, and what you should do about it

The Fed has taken interest rates to restrictive levels. The risk of recession is growing. It is time to reduce risk, and build resilience.
Isaac Poole
Ascalon Capital
Macro

New podcast interview: Buying bank bonds yielding 7.5% pa & why fixed-rate bond duration is attractive

In this episode we consider optimal asset-allocation between floating-rate and fixed-rate bonds and argue duration is looking attractive
Christopher Joye
Coolabah Capital
Expert Insights

Income and diversification can have a one stop solution

Most investors accept the importance of fixed-income assets in a diversified portfolio but investing in bonds can be tricky
Kym Sheehan
Livewire Markets
Equities

The Bond market gives investors a High Five

In this article we review recent activity in the bond market.
Stephen Bennie
Castle Point Funds
Fixed Income

Have government bond yields peaked in Australia?

Reaching its highest point since 2011, we answer questions about the next direction and considerations for bond investors.
Cameron McCormack
VanEck
Macro

Are bonds broken?

Bonds have been beaten down harder than the Wallabies in the 2023 World Cup. Rising interest rates since mid-2020 have delivered the largest loss in long-dated bonds...
Alex Cathcart
Drummond Capital Partners
Expert Insights

Joye: Investors no longer need to reach for risk in order to secure their return objectives

Coolabah Capital's Chris Joye talks to the secular shift that is currently occurring into bonds.
Chris Conway
Livewire Markets
Expert Insights

Joye: Equities set for a "terrible" decade

In the age old battle of bonds versus equities, Coolabah's Christopher Joye comes out swinging.
Chris Conway
Livewire Markets
Asset Allocation

Where this US$1 trillion manager is allocating funds over the next decade

A new paper from Northern Trust gives food for thought about the world in general and asset classes in particular.
Kym Sheehan
Livewire Markets
Equities

Investors should be excited, not fearful

'Higher for longer' is the consensus trade. But what if it's wrong? Where should contrarian investors be investing right now?
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Greg Canavan
Fat Tail Investment Research
Macro

Major stock indexes breaking down

Only 40 stocks in the ASX 200 ended in the green last month. Markets are blaming rising bond yields. So where do things stand?
Kiryll Prakapenka
Fat Tail Investment Research
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