Fixed Income
Read our views on trends in the fixed income market affecting bonds, CDs, and money markets.
Schwab Market Perspective: Bracing for Tariffs
Stocks bounced back after tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada were delayed, but tariff issues are not yet solved and still hold the potential to drive market volatility.
What is an Annuity? How Does it Work?
Annuities can be beneficial for turning some of your savings into guaranteed income. Here's what to know about annuities before making a decision.
Preferred Securities: Balancing Yield with Risk
Preferred securities' yields may be appealing, but they almost always come with additional risks.
Are Preferred Securities Still Attractive?
The higher yields they currently offer can be a benefit for income-oriented investors, but those yields reflect the additional risks they face.
What Does the Federal Reserve Do?
The Federal Reserve, or the Fed, is an important and influential part of the U.S. economy, and its role is explained further in this video.
Are California Fires a Risk to the Muni Market?
The wildfires may affect some municipal bond issuers in the devastated areas, but the impact to other California bonds or to the broader muni market is likely limited.
Climate Shocks & the Muni Bond Market
Cooper Howard and Kathy Jones look at how climate events, like the fires in Los Angeles, could impact the municipal bond market.
Treasury Bonds: Riding the Range
Yields may trade in a wide range as markets work through issues in the new year. Navigating volatility may mean capturing higher nominal and real yields over the longer term.
2025 Market Outlook: Fixed Income
As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from muni bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds, and the fixed income markets in the new year?
Explore Brokered CDs vs. Bank CDs
Certificate of deposit (CD) investing isn't limited to just banks. Learn the potential benefits and risks of brokered CDs and how they differ from bank-issued CDs.