Liquidity has created a "Frankenstein" high-yield market that requires scrutiny
Firm looks to grow its U.S. business, upgrade product lineup and boost distribution
Investors take on more credit risk as government bond yields hit historic lows
Canadian government bonds were among the strongest performers
It's a transparent, rules-based index for a growing market, the company said
Government bills offer a haven as long-dated bonds and equities gush losses
Since 2004, BBB-rated bonds have doubled their share of the market, FTSE Russell reports
But Robin Marshall of FTSE Russell says recession risk remains low in the near term
One of the new funds invests in pools of mortgage-backed securities
Both groups are less bullish on fixed income, according to a survey from Horizons