The Bond Investing Podcast with Fexingo: Treasuries, Corporate Bonds, and Fixed Income Strategy

With the ten-year Treasury yield holding near 4.75 percent and corporate credit spreads tightening despite a hawkish Fed Governor, investors are facing a new reality in fixed income. Lucas and Luna dissect why high-grade corporate bonds are outperforming Treasuries on a risk-adjusted basis this September 2026. They break down the mechanics of investment-grade versus high-yield spread compression, explaining how companies locked in low rates years ago are now trading at premiums that leave little room for error. The conversation moves beyond the curve steepening narrative to look at specific sector rotation, focusing on how technology and healthcare issuers are capturing capital while utilities lag. We examine one concrete metric: the option-adjusted spread on BBB-rated debt relative to the cost of equity, revealing where the real value lies for portfolio managers trying to generate yield without taking on excessive default risk. This is not about picking individual stocks, but understanding the structural shift in how corporations finance their operations when government borrowing costs remain stubbornly elevated.

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The 30-year Treasury yield has climbed to 5.22 percent, and that number is quietly rewriting the math for corporate pension funds. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into how higher long-duration yields are shifting the economics of pension risk transfers — the deals where insurers take on a company's pension liabilities. With corporate bond yields also elevated, insurers are finding attractive returns to back those promises, and more employers are choosing to offload their pension burdens. The hosts break down a specific example: a mid-sized manufacturer that decided to transfer $500 million in pension liabilities after the 30-year yield crossed 5 percent. They explain how the 'funded status' — the ratio of assets to liabilities — improves as discount rates rise, why that makes buyouts more affordable, and what it means for the insurers writing these policies. They also touch on the ripple effects for the broader bond market, as insurers invest those premiums in long-duration corporate bonds and Treasuries. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at one of the most consequential, yet underreported, effects of this higher yield world.

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Foreign investors are piling into US long bonds as the 30-year Treasury yield hovers near 5.2 percent. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down the mechanics of foreign buying — from currency hedging to the allure of dollar-denominated yields — and explain why two seemingly mundane data points (the yield spread and the dollar's steadiness) are quietly shaping cross-border capital flows. They also touch on a recent court ruling on prediction markets and what it means for bond market sentiment. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at how global money moves when US yields stay high.

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In this episode of The Bond Investing Podcast, Lucas and Luna dive into a surprising shift in the bond market: the 30-year Treasury yield has climbed to 5.19 percent while the 10-year sits at 4.67, pushing the 10-30 spread to its widest in years. They explore how this steepening long end is forcing investors to rethink classic bond laddering strategies. Using real data from late August 2026, they discuss why the long bond is now offering a compelling yield premium, how pension funds and insurers are adjusting their duration bets, and whether retail investors should extend their ladders to capture these yields. They also touch on the Fed's uncertain path, with rate hike odds rising, and what that means for the front end. With practical takeaways and a skeptical eye on the 'long bond trade', they help listeners decide if their ladder should stretch beyond the 10-year mark. Tune in for a focused, data-driven conversation on one of the most important moves in fixed income right now.

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With the September Fed decision now a coin flip, Lucas and Luna dig into the latest curve dynamics: the 2-year yield climbing to 4.20 percent while the 10-year sits at 4.67, flattening the spread to just 39 basis points. They explore what that compression signals about market expectations, how it's reshaping bond ladder strategies for income investors, and why the front end is suddenly the most interesting part of the curve. Along the way, they touch on the recent jump in agricultural commodities and what that might mean for inflation expectations. If you're trying to position a bond portfolio before the next FOMC meeting, this episode gives you a clear framework for reading the yield curve's signals.

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On this episode of The Bond Investing Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the 30-year Treasury yield's climb to 5.18 percent and what it means for corporate pension plans. With the yield curve steepening and the 10-year at 4.66, plan sponsors are facing a critical decision: lock in higher long-term rates now or wait for even better levels. Lucas explains how this environment is driving a surge in liability-driven investing, with pension funds extending duration to match their obligations. Luna brings a counterpoint, noting that some CFOs are questioning whether the current yield justifies giving up equity upside. They also touch on the latest Jackson Hole comments from Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh and what a 'higher for longer' stance means for the back end. Tune in for a practical look at how the long bond is changing pension math and why this moment might be a once-in-a-cycle opportunity.

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The bond market has been fixated on the long end, but the real story this summer is the front end. With the Fed on hold since June, short-term yields are drifting lower and the 2-year Treasury has dropped from 4.24 to 4.17 in just a week. This episode unpacks what that compression means for money market funds, short-duration bond ETFs, and investors who've been parking cash in 5% yield vehicles. Lucas and Luna dig into the mechanics of the Fed's rate floor, the curve's recent moves, and why the front end might be telling us something the long end isn't. They also share a listener-funded note about keeping the show ad-free.

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As the 10-year Treasury yield hovers near 4.64 percent and the 30-year sits at 5.23 percent, bond investors are rethinking the classic ladder. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into why the 10-30 curve has steepened to 50-plus basis points and what that means for the 'barbell vs. ladder' debate. They walk through a concrete example: a $100,000 bond ladder built today versus five years ago, showing how the new yield pickup changes the math on extension risk. They also explore why some advisors are shifting from 10-rung ladders to 15- or 20-rung structures, and how the front end's relatively flat 2-year yield at 4.24 percent changes the calculus. With the Fed on hold and the curve steepening, the hosts explain why longer ladders are gaining traction — and why the 'buy and hold to maturity' crowd may have a new edge. Plus, a brief word on what keeps the show going. Tune in for a practical, data-driven take on one of fixed income's oldest strategies.

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On this episode of The Bond Investing Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the 30-year Treasury yield's recent climb to 5.27 percent and what it means for everyday bond investors. They break down why the long end is moving independently of the Fed, how insurers and pension funds are adjusting, and whether building a ladder with long bonds makes sense now. With the 10-year at 4.74 and the 2-year at 4.24, the curve is steepening, but the 30-year is the real outlier. The hosts use the latest data to explain what's driving the move, how it's reshaping portfolios, and what to watch if you're thinking about extending duration. If you've been wondering whether to lock in those high long-term yields or stay short, this episode gives you a clear framework. Plus, Lucas and Luna share a personal note on listener support. Tune in for a focused, practical conversation on the long bond's comeback.

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how the 30-year Treasury yield at 5.23 percent is rippling through the mortgage market, reshaping refinancing decisions and the broader housing finance landscape. They break down the widening 10-year to 30-year spread, what it means for borrowers and lenders, and why the long end of the curve has become the new battleground for fixed-income investors. With the 30-year yield up from 5.19 percent just days ago, they examine the structural demand for long-duration bonds, the role of foreign buyers, and how mortgage-backed securities are repricing. If you're a bond investor or just curious about how government debt affects your mortgage rate, this episode offers a clear, data-driven look at the forces at work. Tune in for a focused discussion on one of the most important moves in the bond market this summer.

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