Bonds
Read our views on trends in the fixed income market.
A Guide to Navigating the Bond Market
How different bond types may respond to higher interest rates and ideas for selecting the ones most compatible with your portfolio.
Schwab's 2024 Long-Term Capital Market Expectations
Our current 10-year outlook highlights better opportunities for cash and bonds, primarily driven by higher starting yields, and a steady outlook for stocks.
The Fed Holds Steady with a Dovish Pivot
Kathy Jones discusses the Fed's latest decision and interviews former Fed economist Dr. Julia Coronado.
Muni Outlook: Focus on the Big Picture
We see potential opportunity in municipal bonds in 2024, although there may be more volatility.
Corporate Bond Outlook: A Dash of Caution
Overall, we expect corporate bonds to deliver positive returns in 2024, but we remain cautious about the potential for a downturn in the economy to have a negative impact on lower-rated bonds.
4 of Investors' Biggest Concerns Now
Schwab experts answer questions about locking in higher interest rates, the likelihood of a "soft landing" for the economy, and more.
This Week's CPI Data and the State of the Economy
Liz Ann Sonders interviews Nancy Lazar about the state of the economy, and Kathy Jones and Collin Martin discuss investment-grade bonds.
Frequently Asked Questions from Investors
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders answer some of the most common questions from investors—and provide their weekly market outlook.
Investing Basics: Mutual Funds
Mutual funds have been an investing staple for many investors because of the diversification they provide.
High Bond Yields: Answers to 5 Top Questions
While bond prices are generally down, the income they provide is up, providing potential opportunities for fixed income investors.