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BlackRock's Rieder Seizes Opportunity in Volatile Bond Market

5/30/2025

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Rick Rieder, BlackRock's bond chief, manages $3 trillion in assets during economic uncertainty.
He views market volatility as a chance to invest in short-duration Treasurys and European high-yield bonds.
Rieder favors front-end bonds for their appealing yields and flexibility, while long-end bonds offer less recession protection.
He highlights the stability of European rates, making it a more attractive investment landscape than the US.

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Story summary

Rick Rieder, BlackRock's bond chief, manages $3 trillion in assets during economic uncertainty.
He views market volatility as a chance to invest in short-duration Treasurys and European high-yield bonds.
Rieder favors front-end bonds for their appealing yields and flexibility, while long-end bonds offer less recession protection.
He highlights the stability of European rates, making it a more attractive investment landscape than the US.