Commentary
2025: The U.S. Stands Alone
January 6, 2026
Every developed-world bond market saw higher long-term yields, with one exception: the U.S. 10-year yield.
Once the bond market reached the 5% milestone, we argued bonds now reflect the current state of the economy.
Every developed-world bond market saw higher long-term yields, with one exception: the U.S. 10-year yield.
In our mid-year update, we review the performance of the Bianco Research Total Return Index
The total return index outperformed the broad bond market. Here is what we learned after the first year.
A quarterly review of index performance, positioning, and market perspective from Jim Bianco.
A review of index performance, positioning, and market perspective from Jim Bianco.