Last week, America eased into October as Wall Street eased into earnings season. Both tend to start on an optimistic note; what happens after that depends on whether reality decides to cooperate.
Stable value funds play a critical role in DC plans, historically providing principal preservation, consistent positive returns, liquidity for benefit payments, and financial confidence for participants.
Higher yields reflect a resilient economy, not necessarily the start of a punishing tightening cycle. That could be a favorable backdrop for bond investors.