Patrick Keon

Investors have once again taken a liking to taxable bond funds — a marked difference from last year. Advisers may find that clients are taking notice, too.

Ending a three-year slump with its largest quarterly increase in almost 30 years, the timing is right for a closer look, Lipper research analyst Patrick Keon says.

A look back at the markets may help advisors and their clients decide on whether to choose alternative strategy funds during a stock retreat.

Advisors can get a leg up with a deeper understanding of the correlation between oil prices and natural resources funds.