Why High Yields Make Bonds Better Investments Now Back in 1994, bonds with fabulous yields were there for the taking. Our columnist doesn’t see treasures like that now, but there are solid buys.
Powell Says Strong Economic Data ‘Could Warrant’ Higher Rates The Federal Reserve may need to do more if growth remains hot or if the labor market stops cooling, Jerome H. Powell said in a speech.
Investors Are Calling It: The Federal Reserve May Be Done Raising Rates Investors doubt that central bankers will lift borrowing costs again following big market moves that are widely expected to cool growth.
Africa Needs Its Debts Paused So It Can Prepare for Climate Catastrophe Instead of receiving funds to address the climate crisis, Africa is borrowing money at a cost up to eight times higher than the rich world to rebuild.
Stocks Slip as Strong Jobs Report Pushes Bond Yields Higher The report for September showed surprising strength in the economy, but that strength has become a cause for concern among investors.