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Tracking the Agg? Why the bond index may not work for investors.
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Oct 17, 2019

Edward Kerschner, Chief Portfolio Strategist

The Agg is more than an index. It’s the basis for financial products that represent large fixed-income allocations for many investors. What’s wrong with that?
White paper: Taking 529 plan distributions with confidence
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Aug 02, 2019

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Before an investor starts taking distributions from a 529 plan, it’s important to understand the mechanics and potential tax pitfalls. Our five tips can help.
Uncovering an overlooked benefit to floating-rate loans
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Aug 01, 2019

Columbia Threadneedle Investments

The appeal of floating-rate loans usually peaks when interest rates are rising. But they may help diversify your portfolio in any environment.
White paper: When can risk mean opportunity?
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Jun 28, 2019

Gene Tannuzzo, CFA, Deputy Global Head of Fixed Income

There’s more to bond investing than interest rates. And understanding the four key risk factors can help investors navigate the fixed-income market.
Reducing interest-rate risk in a muni bond portfolio
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Nov 26, 2018

Catherine Stienstra, Head of Municipal Investments

Traditional muni indices are concentrated in higher quality bonds and may have more interest-rate risk.

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