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Bond markets have been anything but calm. Long-term yields have surged, headlines scream volatility, yet Syfe’s Income+ portfolios have quietly held their ground. While popular bond ETFs like TLT fell sharply, Income+ Preserve and Enhance portfolios delivered steady income and positive returns. In this update, we break down what’s driving bond market moves, why it’s not a meltdown, and how Income+ portfolios continues to offer stability and opportunity in today’s environment. Table of Contents Why Are Long-Term Yields Rising How Worried Should Investors Be Not All Rates Are Equal Where to Invest in Bonds Now Why Bonds Still Have a Role Income+ vs Bond ETFs Compared to Buying the Funds Directly
Why Are Long-Term Yields Rising
Long-term government bond yields have climbed sharply due to a mix of structural and cyclical pressures. First, fiscal concerns: ballooning government deficits, especially in the US and Japan, have spooked investors….