Annual percentage yield (APY) is the effective annual rate of return on an investment. Learn how it accounts for compounding interest and how it differs from APR.

High-yield bonds offer the potential for investors to earn higher returns if they’re comfortable taking on additional credit risk. High-yield bonds are issued by entities with low credit ratings from ...

Bond yields have edged down on expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, and they may drift lower if the economy sours. If you need income from your portfolio, it may be time to start ...

President Donald Trump and the Republican-led Congress have implemented several major policy changes in the first seven months of 2025. Those changes include raising tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading ...

Diversified high-yield bond funds can provide additional income to a fixed-income portfolio. These are the best options, according to Morningstar analysts. We looked for funds with the best returns ...

For investors willing to take on more credit risk, high-yield bonds can help increase a portfolio’s yield. Funds with proven track records can help investors gain exposure to a diversified set of high ...