Treasury bonds

Crude oil spiked to $120/barrel in March 2026, yet energy sector EPS forecasts collapsed 10+ points. The divergence suggests a potential peak or demand deterioration ahead.

LQD outperforms TLT with 4.44% yield versus 4.27%, lower expense ratio, and better five-year returns while maintaining lower volatility.

Vanguard's BSV short-term bond ETF expands beyond Treasuries into corporate and international bonds, offering higher yield potential than its Treasury-focused peer VGSH for diversified fixed-income investors.