Strategic Choices in Fixed Income for Long-Term Investors

After several years of unusually high returns in money markets and short-term instruments, the environment for fixed income is shifting.

In this episode of The Wealth Enterprise Briefing, Michael Zeuner is joined by Sam Sudame and Matt Farrell for a discussion on how investors should be thinking about fixed income portfolios in today's market.

They look at the macro drivers shaping the yield curve, what the Fed's policy path could mean for investors and how to approach duration and credit exposure with care. The conversation also addresses why real yields remain positive and how bonds may once again play a meaningful role in long-term allocations.

Key discussion points include:

• The Fed’s expected rate cuts and implications for yields
• Why three to five years may be the right duration range
• Managing credit risk across corporate, asset-backed, and structured credit
• The role of diversification as cash becomes less rewarding

As Michael, Sam and Matt emphasize, fixed income may be more complex to manage than in recent years, but with selectivity, discipline and a long-term view, it can once again be a compelling part of investor portfolios.

If you'd like to explore what these shifts could mean for your own plan, just reach out, we're here to help.

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