Insights

We believe that periods of higher bond market volatility demonstrate the need for proactive tax loss harvesting and tax-loss crossing in bond portfolios throughout the year, rather than waiting until tax-season or year-end.

Treasury yields moved modestly higher in April, as markets responded to resilient economic data, elevated inflation readings, and higher energy prices.

California’s proposed wealth tax faces significant political, legal, and administrative obstacles and is unlikely to be enacted.

The investment grade Technology sector is in transition, moving from a net cash position to potentially the largest borrower in the IG corporate bond market.

Prudent investors can employ strategies to mitigate the impact of these technicals and identify the best after-tax opportunities.

The U.S. Treasury curve shifted higher across the maturity spectrum with yields rising approximately 40bps in the 2- through 10-year range and 30bps on the long end. The move reflected persistent inflation pressures and a shift in market sentiment regarding the likelihood of a Federal Reserve cut in 2026.

IG corporates faced a volatile start to 2026, with spreads widening after historically tight levels.

As economic conditions shift and monetary policies change, we are generally seeing more divergence amongst issuers and opportunities to add value through credit selection.