December was a strong month for leveraged credit, with HY Bonds and Senior Secured Loans posting returns of 2.09% and 1.60%, respectively. The duration-sensitive Barclays Agg ended down slightly on the month.

In this report, Robert Hoffman outlines his expectations for positive, primarily income-driven returns for HY bonds and senior secured loans this year.

Are bond investors prepared for higher interest rate risk? This week’s chart looks at why they may need to seek income and stability from alternative sources.

How healthy is the commercial real estate debt market? This week’s chart looks at why it may be an attractive opportunity for investors seeking income in 2020.

Strong labor markets, solid consumption growth and low interest rates continue to support the commercial real estate market.

Driven by consumption, record-long economic expansion is set to continue.