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Global shares surged on optimism that the US government shutdown may end soon, with US Senate advancing a bill to reopen the government, boosting investor confidence and lifting futures across major indices; meanwhile, US yields and the dollar gained as markets assessed economic outlooks amid ongoing political developments.
US stocks hit record highs and Treasury yields briefly fell after US inflation data showed a smaller-than-expected increase, supporting expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next week, with oil prices rising and the dollar remaining stable.
Major US stock indexes declined while Treasury yields rose following inflation data that largely met expectations, maintaining prospects for a September interest rate cut. The S&P 500 dropped 0.7%, with tech shares leading declines, and bond yields increased despite a monthly drop in two-year yields. The dollar strengthened slightly, and global markets showed mixed reactions, with Chinese stocks posting their best month in nearly a year.
US Treasury yields and the dollar declined following President Trump's attempt to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over Fed independence, while US stocks rose slightly ahead of Nvidia's earnings and inflation data, amid ongoing political and economic uncertainties.
Global stocks declined from record highs after stronger-than-expected US inflation data raised concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut prospects, leading to a rise in US Treasury yields and a cautious market sentiment.
US Treasury yields fell and stocks rallied as weak economic data increased expectations for Fed rate cuts, with global equities reaching record highs and the dollar weakening, amid ongoing concerns about economic growth and monetary policy adjustments.
The US government bond market experienced its worst week in months, with the 30-year bond yield seeing its largest weekly increase this year, reaching 4.61%. This rise is attributed to changing expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next month and possibly pause next year, alongside weak demand for a 30-year debt auction.
U.S. mortgage rates have risen to a four-month high, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage reaching 6.84%, potentially deterring homebuyers. Despite recent Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, U.S. Treasury yields have increased due to strong economic data and concerns over President-elect Donald Trump's policies, which may lead to inflation. Mortgage rates are influenced by the 10-year Treasury note.
Global equity indices dipped slightly while U.S. Treasury yields rose as investors awaited key inflation data expected later in the week, which could provide insights into the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook. U.S. consumer confidence improved unexpectedly, and house price growth slowed, adding to market uncertainty. The Nasdaq hit a record high, driven by Nvidia's performance, while the Dow and S&P 500 showed mixed results. Treasury yields increased following weak debt auctions, and the dollar strengthened slightly. Oil and gold prices also saw gains.
Global equities dipped slightly while U.S. Treasury yields rose to multi-week highs as investors awaited key inflation data expected to provide insights into U.S. interest rates. U.S. consumer confidence improved unexpectedly, and house price growth slowed. The Nasdaq hit a record high, driven by Nvidia's performance, while the Dow and S&P 500 showed mixed results. Treasury yields rose following weak debt auctions, and the dollar strengthened. Oil prices increased on expectations of OPEC+ maintaining supply curbs, and gold prices saw a slight rise.
US Treasury yields surged to new highs after strong retail sales data reduced expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, with the benchmark 10-year note's yield reaching 4.66%. Expectations for rate cuts have shifted, and traders are no longer fully pricing in a cut before November. Rising yields reflect expectations of prolonged restrictive Fed policy and higher inflation. The March retail sales data showed resilience in the US economy and sticky inflation, leaving bond traders cautious about betting on imminent rate cuts. New York Fed President John Williams indicated that the central bank is likely to start lowering interest rates this year if inflation continues to gradually come down.
Bond traders are preparing for the possibility of 10-year US Treasury yields exceeding 5% amid increasing chances of the Federal Reserve not cutting rates this year, with Schroders Plc shorting US bonds and Pacific Investment Management Co. expecting a more gradual pace of policy easing, and a "non-negligible" chance of no rate cuts at all.
U.S. Treasury yields fell as investors assessed economic data and the state of the economy, with the 10-year Treasury yield down nearly 3 basis points at 4.27%. Data on new home sales and upcoming reports on GDP, durable goods orders, home prices, and consumer confidence are being closely watched for insights into the economy's performance and potential impact on Federal Reserve interest rate decisions, particularly in light of persistent inflation concerns. Market expectations for the first rate hike have shifted from as early as March to June based on recent Fed comments and economic data.
U.S. Treasury yields surged after January's higher-than-expected producer prices report, with the 10-year yield surpassing 4.3%. The increase was driven by a 0.3% rise in the producer price index, exceeding economist forecasts, and follows other key economic data releases this week. Investors are closely monitoring these indicators for insights into inflation and potential monetary policy changes, amid uncertainty about the timing and extent of future interest rate adjustments by the Federal Reserve.
A surprise increase in US inflation has led to a surge in bond yields, a delay in expectations for the first Fed rate cut, a rise in the dollar, and a decline in global stock prices. The MSCI Asia ex-Japan index is down for the fourth consecutive day, with potential further decline. US Treasury yields jumped, and Japanese stocks are expected to react to the weakening yen and global equity selloff. India's wholesale price index and trade data, as well as Indonesia's presidential elections, are key developments to watch on Wednesday.