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Sep 12, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Incidental, Inconsequential Weakness Ahead of Fed Week
Bonds started the day weaker, but ended with yields at the same level as Monday. The market seems to be waiting for the next big event after the recent jobs report. This week provided an opportunity to book profits and adjust positions, possibly in preparation for the upcoming Fed day.
Sep 12, 2025 8:23 AM
— Bond Markets
Back in The Range After Failed Breakout Attempt
Bonds started the week at 4.07%, dropped to 4.04% by Monday, and are now at 4.06%. Not much fluctuation throughout the week, mostly staying close to 4.06%. Market technicians are noting the repeated bounces at the 4.0% floor. MBS performance is influenced by 'the roll' dynamics, with MBS appearing flat when comparing October delivery coupons to themselves.
Sep 11, 2025 3:23 PM
— Bond Markets
Very Calm Reaction But Not Too Surprising
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is being viewed as a potential market mover, but MBS and yields are relatively stable due to inflation being in line with expectations. The initial rally was influenced by both the CPI data and Jobless Claims reports. Overall, today's CPI release did not interfere with signals pertaining to potential rate cuts.
Sep 11, 2025 10:24 AM
— Bond Markets
Slightly Stronger Start Despite Slightly Higher Inflation
The CPI data was mostly in line with forecasts, but unrounded numbers showed higher core monthly CPI and monthly headline inflation. Despite this, Jobless Claims were higher than expected, indicating labor market concerns. The drop in supercore inflation may be the bigger factor influencing the bond market.
Sep 10, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Helpful Data and Treasury Auction Set High Bar For CPI
The bond market had a fairly straightforward day with positive economic data and a strong 10yr Treasury auction pushing yields lower. Despite some volatility in the PPI data, the news was good enough for bonds to push back against overnight weakness. The afternoon's 10yr auction helped bring yields to new lows for the day. MBS and 10yr yields were both down, with a strong 10yr auction prompting mo... more
Sep 10, 2025 8:23 AM
— Bond Markets
Super Cool PPI Makes For a Stronger Start
The PPI inflation report came in below forecasts, prompting some bond buying. Wholesalers reduced passing along higher costs through margins. Previous month's big surge created a low bar for current data. Average monthly PPI over past two months would still be 0.3%.
Sep 9, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Post-NFP Rally Momentum Fades
Bonds experienced a corrective bounce after several days of improvement, but it was mild. Market watchers are puzzled by bonds losing ground despite a large preliminary NFP benchmark revision that is not relevant to present market movement. Overnight weakness persisted with MBS and Treasuries experiencing some fluctuations.
Sep 8, 2025 4:23 PM
— Bond Markets
More Gains Despite Absence of New Motivation
On Monday, bonds continued their rally from the previous week despite the lack of new market moving data. Longer-term yields outperformed and the yield curve continued to correct from recent highs. Some motivation for the rally may be coming from curve traders more concerned with bond performance against each other. Overall, bonds were fairly flat overnight but started rallying during the day with... more
Sep 6, 2025 3:24 AM
— Bond Markets
Textbook Reaction With Minimal Volatility
The bond market had a positive reaction to a weaker than expected jobs report, resulting in a rally that was not extreme. Mortgage-backed securities (MBS) were up .375-ish at today's highs compared to the full point of improvement seen after the last jobs report. Overall, there was a calm and refreshing lack of volatility after the initial move.
Sep 4, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Positioning For Weaker Jobs Report?
The article discusses the unpredictability of the payroll count in the jobs report and how it can lead to unexpected movements in the bond market. Despite labor market weakness, bonds rallied due to traders adjusting positions ahead of a high-risk event. The yield curve steepened earlier in the week but has since been correcting. The article concludes by emphasizing that bonds can either rally or ... more
Sep 4, 2025 7:23 AM
— Bond Markets
Mixed Data. Mixed Reaction
Thursday morning's economic data included claims, layoffs, ADP, and ISM Services. Overnight movement was more significant than during the day. ADP was slightly weaker than expected, but bond buyers didn't react strongly. ISM was slightly stronger, but weak employment and price decreases tempered the bond-bearish message. The data isn't weak enough to positively impact Friday's jobs report, but als... more
Sep 3, 2025 2:26 PM
— Bond Markets
Straightforward Data-Driven Rally
The bond market had a straightforward day with unchanged trading levels initially. Friendly Fed comments and low job openings reported by JOLTS data led to gains in bonds. The recent job report's weakness was confirmed by the JOLTS data. If Thursday's data is also weak, bond yields may challenge recent lows.
Sep 3, 2025 1:27 PM
— Bond Markets
Still in The Range as Bonds Wait For Bigger Influences
Bonds were weaker to start the month, especially after the start of European trading. There was a strong correlation between EU sovereign debt and Treasuries. Yields remained within the prevailing range, and upcoming economic data could challenge that range.
Sep 3, 2025 1:27 PM
— Bond Markets
JOLTS Data Bringing The Buyers
Bonds were flat to slightly stronger overnight but rallied after the JOLTS data, which showed a new cycle low for job openings. MBS gained about an eighth of a point and 10yr yields dropped about 3 bps. Friendly Fed comments from Waller, including the possibility of rate cuts at the next meeting and multiple cuts in the future, also helped push bond prices higher.
Sep 2, 2025 1:27 PM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Dealing With Holiday Hangover Despite Friendly Data
EU inflation came in higher than expected, leading to bond yields in several EU countries reaching long-term highs. Speculation about the legality of tariffs could result in tariffs needing to be paid back, potentially hurting the bond market. U.S. bond market is showing some weakness with 10yr yields starting the day 7bps higher, but weaker ISM Manufacturing data is helping to offset some losses.
Aug 29, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Calm Day to End A Calm Week
The bond market remained calm on Friday despite the release of significant economic data. Slow, steady gains were observed throughout the week for unknown reasons. August followed expectations by maintaining a narrow range, avoiding a challenge to the range set by the last jobs report day. The upcoming week, although shortened due to Labor Day, is expected to bring more volatility to the bond mark... more
Aug 29, 2025 3:27 AM
— Bond Markets
Generally Exciting, But Specifically Boring
This week in the bond market has been relatively uneventful with low volatility. However, there has been a consistent downward trend in yields, with 10yr yields hitting their lowest point in a while. Mortgage rates have reflected this improvement.
Aug 25, 2025 6:25 PM
— Bond Markets
Fairly Quiet Monday Considering Last Week's Noise
After a bond rally following Friday's Jackson Hole speech, the market has mostly remained within a set range waiting for the next jobs report to potentially challenge it. There have been days of minimal movement and inside trading patterns, with some minor fluctuations in MBS and 10yr yields.
Aug 25, 2025 8:24 AM
— Bond Markets
New Week, Same Struggles
Bonds rallied after Powell's speech, but overall trading range has been consistent since August 1st job report. Waiting for next job report to potentially challenge range. This week's key event is Friday's PCE inflation which could impact Fed's decision on a September rate cut.
Aug 21, 2025 1:23 PM
— Bond Markets
Some Headwinds Ahead of Powell's Jackson Hole Speech
The week saw mixed results in market data, with inflation components indicating price pressures. Comments from Fed's Hammack and a strong 30yr TIPS auction influenced market movement. Overall, bonds drifted sideways to slightly weaker. Friday's speech from Fed Chair Powell is expected to be the week's main event for volatility potential.
Aug 21, 2025 8:23 AM
— Bond Markets
Mixed Data Making For Weaker Start
Today, economic reports related to the bond market movement were released. The results were not well received, as yields initially moved to unchanged levels but then reversed after higher inflation component in Philly Fed report and S&P PMI data added more pressure. Manufacturing PMI surged higher, and tariff-driven price increases were reported, leading to the second-largest increase in input pri... more
Aug 20, 2025 7:24 AM
— Bond Markets
FOMC Minutes: Ancient Time Capsule, Or...
The article discusses the limited impact that the FOMC Minutes may have on the bond market this week, as the Federal Reserve's transparency efforts have diminished the significance of the Minutes. It highlights that the Minutes will reflect discussions from a meeting prior to recent key economic reports, emphasizing that they may not provide new information. The main focus for potential market-mov... more
Aug 19, 2025 2:25 PM
— Bond Markets
Slow, Steady, Modest Improvement
Bonds are experiencing low activity and minimal movement, with prices and yields drifting sideways. However, there was some improvement in yields and MBS, and motivations for trading remain low. The upcoming Fed Minutes and Powell's speech at Jackson Hole are not expected to have a significant impact.
Aug 19, 2025 9:24 AM
— Bond Markets
Incidental Resilience
After experiencing weakness the day before, bond yields and MBS prices are now back in line with Friday's levels, moving lower in early trading. The market is quiet overall, with the upcoming Jackson Hole speech by Fed Chair Powell being one of the few potential volatility events. Investors are waiting for the next jobs report in almost 2 weeks, and movements within a 10-year yield range of 4.2 - ... more
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