Inflation remains a key focus.
June 2021
We believe the American Jobs Plan and Made in America Tax Plan, which propose infrastructure spending and corporate tax hikes, will likely boost the outlook for municipal bonds (munis) and the broad economy.
Victor Zhang, CIO, discusses the potential impact of President Joe Biden's proposed wide-ranging tax increases to fund the policy objectives he advocated during the 2020 presidential campaign.
Hear our chief investment officers’ (CIOs’) thoughts on issues moving markets, asset classes and sectors in the months ahead.
October 2022
The latest updates and outlook from the team about the potential effects on the municipal bond market of developments in the economic and interest rate environment.
Leading political affairs expert Andy Friedman shared his nonpartisan insights on the latest legislative developments in Washington.
December 2022
The fund’s low duration combined with its multisector approach allows the managers to seek out income opportunities through fast-changing markets.
September 2022
A select group of American Century Investments’ thought leaders share perspectives on the global economy and opportunities they see for fixed income, value equities and multi-asset strategies.
February 2022
Hear insights on the current state of policy proposals and ideas for investors and advisors to consider for potential market reactions to any changes. Watch now.
December 2021
Actively managed fixed-income ETFs look beyond benchmark constraints to expand income and total return opportunities—all while pursuing cost and tax efficiencies.
November 2021
Hear how spending and tax proposals may impact the markets, investments, retirement planning and more from a true Washington insider. Watch now.
September 2021
Two traditional fixed-income foes—rising interest rates and inflation—are making a comeback, highlighting opportunities among select bonds and investment strategies.
July 2021
California’s economy faces state-specific challenges from wildfires and drought. But like other states, a strong fiscal backdrop continues to support a positive outlook for the Golden State’s municipal bonds.
October 2021
Research-focused management gives investors exposure to the muni market's broad diversity and tax-advantaged performance potential.
January 2021
In my view, spread trends indicate opportunities abound among lower-quality munis.
As many U.S. hospitals strive to regain their financial health in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, active municipal bond (muni) investors are finding value in this hard-hit sector.
August 2020
It’s a time to be cautious and that means reassessing every holding’s creditworthiness and ability to withstand a recession.
June 2020
Participants don’t know how to plan for and spend retirement income. Here’s how the industry is stepping in to address the problem.
May 2020
Muni market dynamics underscore the importance of skilled in-depth credit research to uncover opportunities and manage risks.
March 2020
NCRAM Chief Investment Officer David Crall talks about investing for high income in today's market.
October 2019
Nomura Corporate Research and Asset Management discusses how it seeks to identify companies that can carry their debt loads through the economic cycle.
As interest rates edge lower, investors or left looking for new sources of income. Used wisely, we believe high-income bonds may fill that need.
September 2019