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Several charts are presented that list the money, credit, and security measures in the U.S. including money stock and debt measures, sources and uses of funds, nonfarm nonfinancial corporate business, and interest rates and bond yields.

This article discusses the need of U.S. corporate borrowers to issue bonds in the U.S. in July 1981. It advises borrowers not to wait for lower interest rates before issuing bonds. It expects some companies to make such a move including International Business Machines Corp., General Motors Acceptance, Xerox Credit and Amoco Credit. The challenge for funding buyers for these bonds is noted.

The article focuses on high yield investments. Topics include the risk in buying Treasury bonds, the drop in value of the U.S. dollar, and how the U.S. Federal Reserve has artificially lowered interest rates in order to stimulate the economy. The author recommends cashing in Treasury bonds to invest in municipal and corporation bonds or stocks.

In this article the author argues that interest rates in the United States will likely decline in 2007. In order to profit from this possibility, she advises investors to purchase zero coupon bonds. She recommends a number of zero coupon securities including those that are sold by the United States Department of the Treasury and by corporations.

The article focuses on issues related to investments in bonds. With an end to the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts and the economy heading for recovery, bond investors are likely to face a tougher environment. Treasuries and municipal bonds with maturities that offer the best relative values, and investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds that stand to strengthen as the economy improves are expected to perform well.

The article presents business-related news briefs on topics including the Saudi Aramco oil company's first bond sale on international markets which raised 12 billion dollars. America's trade dispute with the European Union is addressed, along with aerospace company Boeing Co.'s stock price decline in the wake of two fatal crashes involving the firm's 737 aircraft. U.S. President Donald Trump's push for interest rate cuts is also examined.

The article describes the condition of the corporate bond market in the U.S. in 2018. It indicates the consequences of investing in corporate bonds in the aging business cycle. Investors are warned about the surge in so-called leveraged loans. Also discussed is the impact of an interest rate increase and corporate leverage on the corporate bond market.

The article discusses the yields on corporate bonds relevant as of February 1, 1976. Topics include comments from Albert M. Wojnilower, economist of investment banking institution First Boston Corp., on the interest rates of long-term bonds, a prognosis for 6% yield on high-grade corporate bonds by the end of 1976, and potential shifts in the trends on the U.S. bond market.

The article reports on the condition of Eurodollar market in the U.S. Finance experts mentions that strong dollar and increase interest rates are the factors which lead to upsurge of corporate Eurobond issues in 1980 to 1982. Refusal of overseas investors to offer corporate borrowers long-dated maturities and current preference for equities are few of the included reasons of the issue. The author says that investors are doubtful with the corporate bonds' dollar gain.

The article focuses on the impact of a drop in long-term interest rates in August 1982 on the corporate financing needs in the U.S. It states that though the drop resulted in a growth in corporate bond issues, more long-term debt needs to be issued to restore stability to balance sheets. It mentions that many companies are expecting long-term rates to fall further, and discusses warning issued by some investment bankers that long-term rates may increase again in 1983.

The author predicts that interest rates in the U.S. will go even lower in 1985. Topics covered include the expected decrease in short-term and long-term yields, the low price of long-term Treasury bonds as of January 1985 as well as the ways to cope with lower interest rates. Also discussed are the condition of corporate bonds and a suggestion to purchase bonds with a lower coupon rate in order to get protection against early redemption.

The article explores how top-grade, discounted corporate bonds in the U.S. can offer high yields and long-term capital gains. Topics discussed include possible decline in short-term rates and how deeply discounted bonds appreciate more when interest rates decline. Also highlighted are high-quality bonds that are offered at bargain prices including American Tel & Tel, Exxon and General Electric.

The article focuses trends in the stock market in the U.S. for 1981. It mentions the 25% increase posed by the Standard and Poor's index, the negative return of bonds and the dominant market phenomenon in 1980, the expected slowdown in the country as well as the decline in interest rates in 1981, and projected substantial demand for funds resulting from the takedown of federal agency paper and corporate bonds by individuals. One advice encourages investors to own 15% bonds for the year.

The article offers an assessment of the capital markets in the U.S. as of October 1980. Topics discussed include the risks associated with the interest-rate target method of the Federal Reserve, the growth of the underground economy to about 200 billion dollars, and the marketability of Treasury bonds compared to corporate notes.

The article focuses on the decline of interest rates in financial services industry in the U.S. The decline of interest rates has been accompanied by a narrowing of credit spreads which yields between Treasury and corporate bonds. It is stated that the total return on junk bonds is better compared to corporate bonds. Banks were applying risk-return analysis regarding the loan portfolios.

The article presents charts and graphs related to business in the U.S. compiled as of October 1988. It includes stock prices, corporate bond yield, interest rates, production indicators, production index, foreign exchange, federal funds, purchase and refinanced mortgage applications and commodities prices.

The article reports that two gigantic high-yield bonds in the U.S. are disappearing and more are expected to follow as companies rush to take advantage of low interest rates. Unocal Corp. will refinance the $4.2 billion worth of high-yield, low-rated debentures it has issued a few months before. Rupert Murdoch is planning a tender offer for the $1.45 billion worth of zero-coupon high-yield bonds he would get when acquiring Metromedia Inc.'s broadcast properties.

The article presents charts and graphs related to business in the U.S. compiled as of August 1984. It includes stock prices, corporate bond yield, interest rates, production indicators, production index, foreign exchange, federal funds, purchase and refinanced mortgage applications and commodities prices.

The article examines differences in maturities in the U.S. treasury market compared to other countries including Canada, France, and Mexico. The relative lack of long-term investment instruments from the U.S. government is described along with interest rates, the rate of return on federal treasuries is compared unfavorably with corporate bonds, and a statement on liquidity in the treasury bond market is offered from multiple investment advisors.

The article focuses on taxable bond funds in the U.S. in 2014. Topics include the problems that could stem from a mass sell-off of bonds, the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates near zero, and if outflows in the bond market will occur if interest rates are increased. Information is provided on the corporate bond market in the U.S. in 2014.

The article discusses investment alternatives to U.S. Treasury securities, who yields have been suppressed by Federal Reserve Chairman ben Bernanke's policy of keeping interest rates low. Dividend-paying stocks are an option for investors seeking yield, as are real-estate investment trusts and corporate and municipal bonds.

The article discusses corporate debt markets, the issuance of corporate bonds in the U.S., and an analysis of the impact of the 2012 American presidential election on interest rates. It states that several companies such as the retailer Costco Wholesale Corp. have issued billions of dollars in debt as a means of paying out large dividends. An examination of the U.S. Federal Reserve Board's policy on interest rates is also provided.

The article focuses on the likelihood the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) will increase interest rates (IR) in 2016. It states in December 2015 the Fed increased IR from between 0.25 percent (%) and 0.5%, the first increase since 2008. It mentions that concerns over economic growth in China, stock market losses, and spreads on corporate bonds caused the Fed to hold off on an expected rate increase in January and March of 2015. It suggests the economy is doing well enough to result in a rate increase.

The article looks at trends in capital markets in the U.S. as of March 2016. It highlights the impact of the plan of the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. Investors are advised to consider venturing into corporate bonds. The advantage of higher inflation to Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) is also mentioned.

The article focuses on the stock market in the U.S. from 2014-2015. It discusses an increase in interest rates imposed by the U.S. Federal Reserve Board on December 14, 2015, the U.S. monetary policy, and an encouragement to investors to acquire risky assets such as corporate bonds and equities. The article also discusses the sharp increase in bond yields and its effect in the U.S. economic activity.

The article reports on the increase in the demand for high grade corporate bond issues in the U.S. despite the concerns of investors on terrorist attacks, war in the Middle East and oil price increases. The decision of the Federal Open Market Committee not to increase the interest rate contributed to the demand. Drugstore chain CVS issued a $1.5 billion bond. There is a decline in the percentage of debt made up of bonds.

The article focuses on the popularity of corporate bonds with investors. It states that the attraction of bonds is due to low rates and investor enthusiasm. It mentions that the U.S. Federal Reserve Board lowered the federal funds rate (FFR) target to 1% in 2003. It comments that FFR is what banks charge each other for overnight funds, and that this helps indicate the direction of interest rates.

The article focuses on the southeast Asian bond market in 2015 and factors which could impact bond performance. It states from 2005-2014 the annual bond issuance for southeastern Asian nations grew from 38 billion to 109 billion dollars while corporate bond issuance grew from 20 billion to 78 billion dollars. It mentions factors behind the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998 which was caused by a strengthening U.S. dollar and speculates on the impact increased U.S. interest rates will have.

The article reports that investors' interest in junk bonds continues to rise despite some analysts' claim that the bonds are overvalued. Topics discussed include reasons behind investors' interest in junk bonds despite their high prices, yield and average trading price of junk-rated corporate bonds as of May 2014 and influence of the U.S. Federal Reserve's low-interest rate policies on investors' decisions with regards to bonds. Also discussed is the difference between U.S. and European bonds.

The article offers an assessment of the impact of the projected decline in U.S. interest rates in 2014 on the bond market. An analysis of the trends in the Treasury bond yield is presented. Also noted is the sharp decline in the relative performance ratio of the SPDR Barclays High-Yield Bond exchange trade fund (ETF) to the iShares iBoxx Investment Grade Corporate Bond fund on January 24 below a six-month pattern and 14-month rising trend.

The article reports that demand remains to outpace supply in the high grade corporate bond market in the U.S. Issuers found higher demand for floating rate paper as insurance companies and asset managers continued to position themselves for a rise in interest rates. Issuers in the market include Thermo Fisher Scientific, Intesa Sanpaolo and Coca-Cola Enterprises.

The article the reports on the response of the U.S. corporate bond market to the policy statement of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) and its decision to increase interest rates. According to a syndicate head in New York, stocks soared to 200 points and credit spreads are in better position. The Treasury reversed its inversion due to expectations of an end to rate increases. The FOMC statement was not able to save the $300 million 10 year bond from Willis Group because it came too late.

The article reports on the impact of forced selling of municipal bonds on other securities in the U.S. Prefunded bonds have yielded higher interest rates than Treasury-backed securities and the corporate-backed municipal bonds traded at higher rates than corporate bonds. Moreover, insured bonds have earned higher interest rates which detract the likelihood of insurance repayment.

Corporate pension plans employing LDI strategies that rely heavily on the purchase of long-duration corporate bonds are almost certain not to meet their future liabilities. They would be better off investing in a portfolio of Treasury bonds, agency debt, corporate bonds and mortgage securities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]