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Fixed-Income Investments: An Active Approach to Generate Income
Positioning an Active Fixed Income Portfolio
Positioning an active fixed income portfolio starts with maximizing income potential while managing drawdown risk. A diversified mix of global, multisector credit for excess income paired with high-quality core bonds—often implemented in a barbell structure—helps balance return drivers and resilience across market regimes.
In this video, we outline three themes for building a smarter fixed income portfolio in 2026.
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