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.

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

2025 was a strong year for markets—but what did that mean for the millions of Americans saving for retirement in target date funds? Here, Barbara Reinhard, CFA, and Susan Viston from Voya IM's Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions team break down 2025's key performance drivers and share their outlook on opportunities and risks for the year ahead.

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

The U.S. economy is entering a rolling recovery, with housing and lower-income consumers emerging as the first sectors to benefit.