One notable trend across both mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is the growing prevalence of core-plus fixed-income strategies. These funds operate under a two-part mandate. The "core" ...

Credit spreads on high-yield bonds remain tight, but investors can still generate income, achieve diversification and smooth out market volatility. The Xtracker ...

For an average investor, high-yield bond mutual funds are the best to invest in bonds rated below investment grade, popularly known as junk bonds. This is because these funds hold a wide range of ...

The fund has returned 9.18 percent over the past year, 10.44 percent over the past three years, 5.02 percent over the past five years and 6.44 percent over the past decade. The fund invests primarily ...

Looking to add a shot of yield to your bond portfolio? Your timing isn’t great. High-yield bonds’ spreads over Treasury bonds are near historical lows, and corporate layoffs are surging, a sign that ...

Diversified high-yield bond funds can provide additional income to a fixed-income portfolio. These are the best options, according to Morningstar analysts. We looked for funds with the best returns ...

The Blackstone High Income ETF mixes high-yield bonds and senior loans. Click here to see how HYBL ETF's 7.2% yield and higher fees stack up vs. peers.

Fixed-income investors got a one-two punch in mid-October: first, with the bankruptcy-protection filing of First Brands, a heavily indebted auto-parts company, and then, separately, when two regional ...

Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund (FOF) yields 7.04% and beats peers; learn NAV sustainability and premium risks ...

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