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Higher Bond Yields Offers Client Touchpoint

The return of higher yields, Round 2, presents an opportunity to review clients’ asset allocation and risk tolerance. (By Christopher Baccella)

Bond Allocations Get Trickier in Volatile Market

Like 2023, in 2024 higher yields can still benefit fixed income investors. Here’s what to consider. (By Christopher Baccella)

These Bonds May Have Best Risk/Reward Tradeoffs

Despite several bank failures and another recent rate hike, there are still opportunities to be had, says our columnist. (By Christopher Baccella)

GSE Bonds More Attractive as Fed Targets Higher Rates

The dislocation in the fixed-income markets has our columnist rethinking his bond strategies while remaining conservative. (By Christopher Baccella)

Tax-Loss Harvesting: It’s Not Too Early

The markets and interest-rate environment are ripe for this strategy and there’s no need to wait until-year end. (By Christopher Baccella)

Don’t Go Out Too Far on the Yield Curve

Intermediate-term bonds offer some good opportunities but don’t be a “yield hog,” says our columnist. (By Christoper Baccella)

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