NDR Fixed Income Allocation Strategy October 2024 Update

The NDR Fixed Income Allocation Strategy, Positioning Update

BY BRIAN SANBORN

Entering October, the fixed income allocation strategy did not rebalance. Emerging Market bonds, U.S. High Yield, U.S. Investment Grade Corporate, U.S. Long-Term Treasurys, and U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities remain above benchmark weight. International Investment Grade, U.S. Floating Rate Notes, and U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities remain below benchmark weight.

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Full strategy commentary: NDRFIAS202410041

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