Bonds play an important role in many portfolios by providing income, helping to manage volatility, and adding diversification ...

The selling spree cast doubts on the perceived stability of the debt-ridden nation.

Before President Donald Trump paused his planned country-by-country tariffs on April 9, the stock market had fallen nearly 20% in just a few weeks. But economists say that a more worrisome development ...

A fiduciary bond acts as a financial guarantee by ensuring a fiduciary acts in the best interest of the party the fiduciary serves, protecting estates and beneficiaries Written By Written by Staff ...

U.S. savings bonds are zero-coupon bonds issued by the Treasury and backed by the U.S. government, making them one of the safest investment options available. Series EE bonds currently earn 2.70 ...

In times of economic uncertainty, all eyes are on the stock market. In April, investors saw the S&P 500 Index decline 18.9% from its February peak. The index has recovered some of its losses, though ...

CDs and bonds are generally low-risk investments for savers wanting to earn a fixed interest rate and diversify their portfolios. CDs typically have compounding interest that is paid at maturity, ...

Frost Brown Todd’s (FBT) Public Finance Practice Group hosted its annual Public Finance 360° Seminar on Feb. 20, 2025. Webinar topics included a 2025 municipal bond market update, financial disclosure ...

A fallen angel is a bond downgraded from investment-grade to junk status due to a decline in the issuer's financial stability ...

Tax-exempt municipal bonds avoided a potential worst-case scenario of elimination in the House-passed budget reconciliation bill — the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The recently released tax language ...

Green bonds finance eco-friendly projects like renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure. Investors can buy green bonds directly or through funds for diversified exposure. Regular reporting by ...

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