The long-running bull market in bonds continues to defy bearish forecasts, as shown by a set of exchange-traded funds. Positive year-to-date performance in all the major corners of fixed income continues to offer a stark counterpoint to analysts who expect trouble.

Continue reading →

Warren is focus of attacks at Democratic debate: CNBC
VP Pence, Sec. of State Pompeo in Turkey today to push for Syrian ceasefire: Fox
US indicts Turkey’s 2nd-largest bank on evading Iran sanctions: NY Times
China criticizes House bill that focuses on Hong Kong: Reuters
Doubt hangs over China’s promise to buy more US farm products: WSJ
Brexit talks stall over familiar stumbling blocks: CNBC
Upbeat corporate earnings help raise US stock market to 3-week high: MW
IMF forecasts global growth will slow to weakest pace since financial crisis: BBC
10yr-3mo Treasury yield curve remains positive for 3rd day after run of inversion: