Three numbers tell the small cap story right now: Earnings, valuations, and rates. It’s a setup that deserves attention.

In falling-rate environments, commercial mortgage loans can potentially improve returns—while mitigating portfolio volatility.

If inflation isn’t fully broken and growth isn’t overheating, how much risk should fixed income investors take— and where?

Highlights from the week of February 13 – February 19, 2026.

Amid a backdrop of positive technicals and emerging late-cycle behavior, high starting yields should anchor returns once again in 2026.

With spreads tight and issuance set to rise, elevated all-in yields remain the key force anchoring investment grade credit returns in 2026.

The software sector is high yield private credit’s largest borrower by debt outstanding. As some software companies grapple with the specter of AI-driven obsolescence and slowing growth, it’s worth taking a closer look at your direct lending investments.

Interval funds provide a way to invest in less-liquid assets while still offering periodic redemptions. This structure blends the potential for higher returns with flexibility, giving investors greater control over their portfolios. Here’s what you need to know.

Improving global equity fundamentals and valuations argue for a more balanced approach.

Data center spending has become such a force that it’s no longer simply a tech story—it’s headline news. But how protected are investors from dotcom-style setbacks?