In a year in which the bond outlook has been very uncertain, active bond ETFs have picked up major interest. One in particular, the active bond ETF TAGG, has added more than $1 billion in net inflows since January 1st according to ETF Database data.
Inflation dominated market narratives for months entering 2025, but has since been relegated below the fold. It may still be too soon to declare mission accomplished over inflation, however.
The Federal Reserve held rates once again to end July, but not without growing dissent among Fed governors. Indeed, the outlook on rates has grown more and more complicated, amid continued pressure from the Trump administration and persistent inflation in a steady market.
The Federal Reserve extended its wait-and-see interest rate policy at the June FOMC meeting. Officials also appear increasingly divided over the path of interest rates in the second half, prolonging investor and market uncertainty about second half outlooks.
This year's market environment remains a favorable one for active ETFs, with approximately 40% of flows funneling into the strategies year-to-date. As investors increasingly look beyond benchmark constraints for opportunity, T.
Advisors and investors seeking opportunities beyond passive bond benchmarks, or looking to reduce risk, would do well to consider active fixed income ETFs. In the mercurial markets of 2025, strategies that rely on fundamental analysis to construct portfolios while remaining flexible could prove beneficial.
Ratcheting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East mid-June add another layer of risk in 2025. In a tumultuous year defined by ongoing volatility, uncertainty, and risks, actively managed strategies appear well-positioned.
Ongoing tariff-driven market volatility creates an environment of heightened investing risk heading into the summer months. New developments challenging the validity of the current U.S. tariff regime only further muddy already-obscure waters.
Mounting concerns regarding growing U.S. government deficits and a volatile tariff policy create a challenging backdrop for U.S. bonds. Those investors looking to capture core bond exposure but with the benefits of active management should consider the T.
A new wave of tariff threats brought another round of volatility in markets heading into the long holiday weekend. In the unpredictable market environment of 2025, active strategies are worth consideration.
Fixed income investors looking to the benefits of active management in market uncertainty this year would do well to consider four ETFs from T. Rowe Price.
When discussing 2025 markets, the word “unprecedented” gets frequently bandied about. Concerns that the U.S. is on the precipice of monumental, foundational change that will impact not just the domestic economy but the world's as well weighs heavily for many.