Summary

The current economic backdrop presents a compelling opportunity for fixed-income investors, with inflation heading toward the Federal Reserve’s 2% target and the Fed signaling a more balanced approach to monetary policy. Learn why Nationwide investment professionals maintain an optimistic opinion that the current level of interest rates presents an advantageous opportunity for investors to add ballast to their portfolios.
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Key takeaways

  • Investors have an opportunity to capture compelling yields from bond investments as the Federal Reserve considers interest rate cuts in 2024 following the sharp increase in rates from zero-bound levels over the past 2 years.
  • As inflation moderates, investors may want to consider shifting some cash from money market funds into fixed-income securities.
  • Investors and intermediaries should focus on high-quality segments of the bond market to help mitigate the effects of any potential economic downturns.

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