Bonds
Read our views on trends in the fixed income market.
7 Reasons to Consider Municipal Bonds Now
We believe municipal bonds currently offer a compelling balance of risk and reward for investors in higher tax brackets.
How to Build a Bond Portfolio
From "how" to "why now," here are four things investors should understand about bond investing.
Schwab Market Perspective: Fed Watch
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to begin cutting interest rates at its September meeting. Market performance may depend on whether the pace of cuts is fast or slow.
CD or Treasury? Five Factors to Consider
Certificates of deposit (CDs) and Treasuries both can offer steady, predictable investment income—but how to decide between them? Here are five factors to help you choose.
Federal Reserve: On the Road Again
While the pace of Federal Reserve cuts is in question, all roads lead to lower interest rates.
High-Yield Bonds: Are They Attractive Now?
High-yield bonds have been one of the best-performing bond investments so far this year, but there may be better entry points down the road.
Recent Market Volatility & the Role of Fixed Income
Kathy Jones interviews Matt Hastings about the challenges of managing fixed income portfolios.
Bond Market: Shaken, Not Stirred
Bond prices whipsawed over the past month as volatility spiked across markets. What's next for fixed income markets?
Get to Know Schwab.com | 8-8-24
In this webcast we discussed the basics of bonds. We discussed how they work, the types of bonds (including treasuries, corporate bonds, and municipal bonds.
Why to Consider Mortgage-Backed Securities Now
Relatively high yields mean investors who have been focusing on short-term securities wouldn't need to sacrifice much yield if they chose MBS to help limit their reinvestment risk.