Viewpoints by Connor Minnaar, CFA, at Manulife Investment Management
Connor is a portfolio manager on the core and core-plus fixed-income team. Previously, he was an investment analyst on the firm’s securitized assets research team, where he was responsible for coverage of agency and nonagency mortgage-backed securities sectors. Prior to joining the company, he was a senior capital reporting and control specialist at Pioneer Investments. Connor holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
- Education: B.A., Economics, Drew University; M.B.A., Boston University
- Joined the company: 2006
- Began career: 2002
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Staying patient and positioned for opportunity in the bond market
Bonds can still offer essential diversification benefits even when interest rates are volatile, but active management is crucial for navigating uncertain markets effectively.
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With Fed easing potentially on hold, what does this mean for fixed-income investors?
Expectations for a Fed pivot have been pushed back due to persistent inflation and a surprisingly resilient U.S. economy. We explore why high-quality intermediate fixed income still presents a compelling opportunity for investors even if rate cuts don't materialize any time soon.
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