Invest in reliable fixed income assets that offer consistent returns and reduced volatility. Benefit from predictable cash flows and capital security—all with minimal risk exposure.
Fixed income investments provide stability to a portfolio by leveraging long-term debt securities to benefit from interest rate fluctuations. Additionally, money market instruments enhance liquidity, making them ideal for short-term investment needs.
Our experts are here to guide you in navigating fixed income investments, helping you make informed decisions and optimize returns while managing risk effectively.
Unconstrained fixed income strategies are benchmark free. This means they can navigate across the breadth of the fixed income universe.
Short duration strategies may be suitable for those looking to reduce the effects of a change in interest rates.
Investment grade credit strategies are those that have a lower risk of credit default and may be an option for conservative investors.
High yield funds have lower credit ratings than investment grade bonds and may be an option for investors looking for potentially higher return and willing to take on more risk of default.
Emerging markets debt is issued by countries and companies in developing economies and nations. BlackRock has a variety of emerging market debt funds to choose from for those wanting to capture the opportunities present in emerging economies.
Our Fixed Income sustainability platform spans the breadth of the fixed income asset class. We have dedicated sustainable investment specialists.
Fixed income investments come with four key risks:
Interest Rate Risk – When interest rates rise, bond prices decline, reducing the market value of existing bonds. Interest rate fluctuations are the primary driver of bond price volatility.
Inflation Risk – Bonds generate fixed income payments, but if inflation surpasses these payments, investors lose purchasing power over time.
Credit Risk – Corporate bond investors face the risk that an issuer may default on its debt obligations, potentially leading to losses on the principal investment.
Liquidity Risk – Investors may face challenges selling fixed income assets if buyers are scarce, limiting market accessibility.
Diversification within a fixed income portfolio can help manage these risks. However, while strategic risk management is essential, investment risk cannot be entirely eliminated.