The AXA Global Short Duration Bond Fund may suit investors looking for better returns than cash by taking an intermediate step into riskier assets while reducing sensitivity to rising interest rates. With the global economy recovering rapidly from the impact of COVID-19, central banks are likely to tighten monetary policy in the coming years.
Artemis' Stephen Snowden says that the structure of passive bond funds means the way they react to market crashes couldn't be more counterproductive.
Growth forecasts for 2026 are generally being revised up for US companies as the benefits of deregulation and fiscal measures in the One Big Beautiful Bill start coming through, underpinning a still resilient setup for the high-yield fixed income market.
Explore how bonds serve as a critical tool for investors to manage risk, generate income, and maintain portfolio stability amid evolving market conditions.
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