Are investors falling out of love with the bull market? This week's chart notes a shift toward fear as pressures mount across traditional markets.

A deeper look at SOFR, which will likely be LIBOR’s replacement in the United States.

The global financial market is transitioning away from LIBOR – a momentous prospect that has raised questions, challenges and concerns. We look at the basics of the current LIBOR rate and usage, the steps underway to introduce a replacement, and what comes next.

Is relief in sight on the income challenge? Not if you’re counting on traditional sources. This week’s chart shows why alternative sources may be needed.

The energy sector started off 2020 with a volatile January. Crude prices fell 15.6%, their worst month since May 2019. The Wuhan coronavirus roiled commodity markets in January. Impacts on demand have already been significant.

January was a mixed month for leveraged credit. HY Bonds ended January flat while Senior Secured Loans returned 0.56%. The duration-sensitive Barclays Agg rallied as rates fell over 40 bps over the course of the month.