Companies are at risk of rising interest rates on variable - rate loan agreements they've entered into. (abnamro.com)
You also need to be mindful of the potential risk of rising interest rates and inflation, so don't go too heavy on vulnerable investments — particularly long - term bonds, real - estate investment trusts (REITs) and utility stocks, which tend to fall in value when interest rates rise. (moneysense.ca)
Policymakers and investors must remain attuned to the risks of rising interest rates and higher market volatility. (imf.org)