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We surveyed our U.S. investment grade team for their preferred A-rated credits, focusing on those with strong management teams and stable balance sheets amidst potential economic downturns. These are considered “sleep at night” credits, reflecting the general safety associated with A-rated credits. Our selections align with the overall single-A index, with financials (banks, insurance, financial services) representing nearly half, followed by utilities at 11%, and energy and consumer sectors each at 5%.

Unlike our quarterly U.S. Inv Grade Best Ideas report, which benchmarks against the BBB index, this list prioritizes long-term stability over yield. Our team identified 32 names suitable for traditional U.S. Treasury holders seeking a little extra yield without significant credit risk.

Some picks are widely recognized, such as large cap banks like Bank of America and JP Morgan, and regulated utilities like Florida Power & Light. Others are less obvious, like Enterprise ÂÒÂ׶ÌÊÓƵ in Energy and Ecolab in Basic Materials. Investors are encouraged to contact our analyst teams for more information.