The US Treasury has unexpectedly announced an increase in buybacks of long-dated government debt, a decision made following the rise of yields on these securities to their highest levels in years. Just two weeks after releasing its planned schedule for Read More …
The United States is increasingly entrenching itself in a profound debt predicament. The federal debt reached an unprecedented $40 trillion on Tuesday, as reported by the Treasury Department. It represents a significant turning point that will impact Americans, businesses, and Read More …
Investors are increasingly worried about factors such as inflation and substantial government deficits, alongside heightened competition from corporate bonds. This has led to a sell-off in the global bond market, resulting in rising borrowing costs for both governments and individuals. Read More …
Democratic leaders are accountable to voters, lawmakers, and global counterparts. However, the individual poised to become Britain’s next prime minister must also gain the support of a significant stakeholder: the bond market. Andy Burnham, the charismatic former mayor of Greater Read More …
The S&P 500 on Friday secured its eighth consecutive weekly gain, marking the index’s longest winning streak since 2023. The reasons may appear recognisable: robust corporate earnings and enthusiasm for AI as investors overlook apprehensions regarding the conflict with Iran. Read More …
Turmoil in the bond market, driven by the conflict with Iran, is pushing US mortgage rates upward and posing a risk of increasing the cost of home purchases. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 6.51% this week, marking the Read More …
The conflict in Iran and the surge in energy prices have unsettled global markets, affecting not only equities but also traditional safe havens such as bonds, gold, and currencies. That is resulting in a diminished array of options for investors Read More …
