Cracks in Junk-Bond Market Form as BofA Sees Outlook Darkening

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Junk-bond investors who’ve been enjoying more than six straight years of gains fueled by easy-money policies may soon find their streak nearing an end.

After the three strongest years on record for issuance and annual returns of 15 percent since the start of 2009, there are growing signs of trouble in high-yield debt.