Other than that, there weren't any unpleasant surprises such as a dividend cut or additional volatility in the market. (dividendquest.com)
With the potential for additional volatility and rate rises on the horizon, credit assets are less attractive at these levels. (blackrockblog.com)
Rising interest rates tend to extend the duration of mortgage - related securities, making them more sensitive to changes in interest rates and exhibit additional volatility. (jackson.com)