Evaluating State Preference Portfolios

Evaluating State Preference Portfolios

FOR MUNICIPAL BOND INVESTORS, 2020 Municipal securities issued from your state of residence typically provide a level safety and tax-free income that is not found inequities, treasuries, corporate bonds, or even municipal bonds issued from other states. When considering municipalinvestments, investors should first determine if the tax-free income of in-state
Active Management in a Low Interest Rate Environment

Active Management in a Low Interest Rate Environment

Active bond management seeks to provide increased income over cash alternatives, and potential for appreciation.Using a value based total return approach, F/m Genoa Portfolios typically experience capital appreciation if rates trendlower, and transition assets to seek to protect capital and increase yield if rates trend higher. Short Interest Rates Typically
The Importance of Municipal Bonds in a High Tax Environment

The Importance of Municipal Bonds in a High Tax Environment

With the possibility of increased taxes on the horizon, the resounding question we receive is, “How should I  invest in a high tax environment?”  Municipal bonds are typically a type of tax advantageous investment offering federally tax-free income, and depending on your state of residency, state and local tax-free income. Municipal
Weekly Fixed Income Update

Weekly Fixed Income Update

Written by Sarah Conwell, Portfolio Manager Headlines of the Week Suez Canal: Ships stuck in 'traffic jam' as salvage efforts continueBuild America Bonds may be key to financing Biden’s infrastructure plans The US Treasury yield curve flattened in the week, with long-term yields declining roughly 9 basis points (bps). For
Weekly Fixed Income Update

Weekly Fixed Income Update

Written by Sarah Conwell, Portfolio Manager Headlines of the Week Here are the highlights from the heated exchange between the U.S. and China in AlaskaFed won’t extend relief for banks from key capital rule The US Treasury yield curve steepened yet again in the week, as the market grappled with the