Why AAA-Rated Johnson & Johnson Offers a Higher Yield Than US Treasuries

From Investing.com: 2025-05-20 06:27:00

The US government credit rating has fallen from AAA to AA over the last 14 years, with Moody’s, Fitch, and S&P all rating the USA as AA now. Johnson & Johnson remains one of the only two large domestic companies rated AAA by S&P. The recent tariff threats from Scott Bessent may have contributed to the uptick in JNJ’s bond yields. The market remains bullish despite concerns about a recession, debt downgrade, and tariffs, with building evidence suggesting that the April correction is over. Historical data supports buying dips and increasing equity exposure. Market is currently in overbought territory, with sectors like tech and consumer goods being the most overbought.



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