Why ‘Junk Bonds’ is a Misnomer; High-Yield Opportunities

John Sheehan expects 1-2 rate cuts by the end of the year and doesn’t think Powell will bend to political pressure. He explains why “junk bonds” is a misnomer and points out opportunities within the below-investment-grade bond market. He thinks credit quality is better in junk bonds than people think and says higher yields can create returns equal to equity investments with less risk. He likes food distribution and airplane building companies.

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22 Jul 2025

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