Higher Rates, Inflation, and the Changing Role of Bonds

What happens when the market's expectations shift from interest rate cuts to interest rate hikes? And what does that mean for investors trying to position their portfolios in an increasingly uncertain environment?In this episode of Something More with Chris Boyd, Chris is joined by Brian Regan to unpack the rapidly changing interest rate landscape and the challenges facing both bond and stock investors. They discuss why inflation has remained stubbornly elevated, how Federal Reserve policy is evolving, and what rising rates could mean for everything from Treasury bonds to high-yield debt and equity valuations.The conversation explores the relationship between inflation, bond yields, and portfolio construction. Chris and Brian take a closer look at duration risk, real returns, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), floating-rate investments, private credit, and the role cash can play when uncertainty is high. They also examine how AI-driven capital spending, government deficits, labor market dynamics, and geopolitical developments may continue influencing markets in the years ahead.Whether you're evaluating your fixed-income allocation, wondering how bonds fit into your financial plan today, or simply trying to better understand the forces driving today's markets, this episode offers thoughtful perspective and practical insights for navigating a higher-rate environment.

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