Three reasons why the fixed income environment may be better than you think

Still ample opportunities

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Recession worries, inflation and tighter credit are rattling fixed income investors, stoking fears of rising credit spreads and an imminent wave of defaults.

Recession worries, inflation and tighter credit are rattling fixed income investors, stoking fears of rising credit spreads and an imminent wave of defaults. While today's volatility and general unease cannot be dismissed, investors in public debt markets may benefit from taking a step back and assessing the actual level of risk across markets. AJ Bell: 2023 'on track' to be third best year for cash returns from FTSE 100 In our view, investors are likely to find that fixed income today offers a range of compelling opportunities despite the prevailing negativity. Here are three r...

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