Fixed income

The world’s pile of negative-yielding debt has grown as the economic backdrop soured and fears of a pandemic mounted.

“It is really as important for plans to get people thinking about income rather than just accumulation,” an expert says.

The bloodbath in risk assets has intensified on deepening concerns about the economic fallout from the spread of the coronavirus.

“Stocks and bonds say we’re doomed,” said Chris Rupkey, chief financial economist for MUFG Union Bank.

The company announced that it’s expanding its iShares iBonds suite with term Treasury ETFs that range from 2021 to 2029.

The agency has long urged issuers to address risks and concerns associated with a potential crypto fund, including manipulation, liquidity and custody issues.

We can all play a part in preparing for this and future outbreaks.

The firm has stepped up its focus on income-related products as it seeks to attract a larger share of the retirement business.

Other global health threats, such as SARS, did not have long-term impact on stocks. COVID-19 might be another matter.