Collin Martin
Director, Fixed Income Strategist
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®)
Schwab Center for Financial Research
Collin Martin, CFA, is responsible for providing analysis and investor education in fixed income, with a focus on the taxable credit markets. Collin is a frequent guest on Bloomberg TV and has been widely quoted in financial publications including The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, Barron's, and Reuters.
Prior to joining Schwab in 2012, Collin was a fixed income strategist with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, where he published fixed income model portfolios for individual investors and contributed to monthly fixed income strategy publications. He holds a B.A. in Finance from St. Joseph's University. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.
More from Collin Martin
Can Agency Bonds Offer Extra Yield?
Federal agency bonds generally carry the same high credit rating as U.S. Treasuries, yet can sometimes offer slightly higher yields. Here's what to consider.
Will a Maturity Wall Matter for Investors?
High-yield bond issuers face a wall of maturity debt over the next four years. Could it spell trouble for the high-yield bond market?
4 Ways to Approach Falling Interest Rates
Schwab experts on how investors can respond once interest rates begin to fall.
Midyear Outlook: Corporate Bonds and Muni Bonds
Collin Martin and Cooper Howard take a look at the state of the corporate bond and muni bond markets halfway through the year.
TIPS and Inflation: What to Know Now
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can help buffer a portfolio against inflation. However, it's important to understand their unique characteristics and complex nature.
Today’s Yields Put the Income Back in Fixed Income
Investors looking for solid returns with lower risk and less volatility are finding a bright spot in today’s bond market.
Callable Bonds: Understanding How They Work
Reviewing the basics can keep you from being caught off guard if your investment is returned to you before the stated maturity date.
Preferred Securities: Recent Rally Sets High Bar
Our outlook is still positive, but it may be difficult to replicate the strong returns of the past few quarters.
Why to Consider Longer-Term Bonds Now
Short-term bond yields are high currently, but with the Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates investors may want to consider longer-term bonds or bond funds.
Considering Bonds? What to Know Before You Buy
After a rough couple of years, there are real opportunities in bonds. What do you need to know to make better decisions on when and what to buy?