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Mar 18, 2026 6:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Overnight Gains Erased by PPI/Oil. Fed on Deck
The Producer Price Index (PPI) data released today showed elevated components that flow through to a more important inflation metric. Bonds are reacting not only to PPI but also following oil prices. The Fed announcement and dot plot are scheduled for 2pm.
Mar 17, 2026 1:31 PM
— Bond Markets
Sleepy Pre-Fed Day, But Slightly Stronger
Bonds closed at stronger levels for the second consecutive day, despite slightly higher oil prices. The day was not overly impressive, but it marks a shift from certain moments last week.
Mar 17, 2026 12:30 PM
— Mortgage Rates
The Fed Isn't Doing Anything to Mortgage Rates on Wednesday
Mortgage rates saw modest gains despite little influence from oil prices. The MND 30yr fixed rate index is back below 6.30% after reaching 6.40% last week. The upcoming Fed announcement is not expected to result in a rate cut, which typically doesn't affect mortgage rates directly. However, Fed days can still cause volatility in rates, although geopolitical influences may have a larger impact this... more
Mar 17, 2026 8:30 AM
— Interest Rates
Stronger Start as Markets Hope For De-Escalation
Oil prices only slightly increased due to no major escalation in Iran over the weekend. Trump comments suggested a limited timeline for war, leading to a friendly trend in trading. The rally was more linear and less volatile, with economic data taking a back seat to geopolitical events. Wednesday's Fed announcement may bring some volatility, especially with the dot plot and press conference.
Mar 17, 2026 7:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Another Solid Start, But Without as Much Help From Oil
Bond traders are closely monitoring oil prices and comparing their movement to bond market movement, with bonds outperforming this morning despite solid directional correlation between yields and oil prices. Today's highest volume minute occurred with the 8:15am ADP data showing a significant drop, but there was not a big reaction in yields. Bonds seem to be finding comfort in the absence of major... more
Mar 16, 2026 1:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Simple, Strong Correlation With Oil Leaves Yields Lower
Oil prices and bond yields were down significantly, showing a strong correlation throughout the trading session. Economic data did not have a significant impact on trading. Stocks were inversely correlated to oil and bond yields. Energy prices have been the dominant market mover in March.
Mar 16, 2026 11:39 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Recover Modestly From 7-Month Highs
Mortgage rates are influenced by bond prices, which were reacting to higher energy prices last week. Despite oil prices falling on Monday, Treasury yields and mortgage rates decreased by 0.06%. This caused mortgage rates to reach the highest levels in 3 months after hitting 7-month highs on Friday.
Mar 14, 2026 4:31 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Purchase Applications Buoy Mortgage Demand Amid Rising Rates
Mortgage application activity increased by 3.2% last week, driven primarily by a surge in purchase demand which was 7.8% higher than the previous week. Refinance activity only saw a slight increase of 0.5%. Mortgage rates rose above 6% due to unsettled financial markets influenced by geopolitical developments.
Mar 13, 2026 11:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Surge to 7-Month Highs
Mortgage rates have been on the rise in March, with the past 3 days showing a significant increase from 6.09% to 6.41%, the highest since September 4th, 2025. This increase is attributed to movement in the bond market, which has been negatively affected by the Iran war, impacting inflation expectations.
Mar 13, 2026 6:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Decent Start, Lower Oil Prices, Weaker Data
Despite a big miss in core retail sales and a downward revision in GDP, the impact on bonds, especially from the PCE inflation report, was minimal. The reaction was difficult to separate from a drop in oil prices, resulting in only a small decrease in 10yr yields and slight improvement in MBS.
Mar 12, 2026 12:30 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Spike to 2026 Highs
Mortgage rates increased significantly despite only moderate weakness in the bond market due to heightened volatility as rates passed through the 6.25% threshold. The movement was faster as rates rose from 6.125% to 6.375%, marking the highest level since December 8th, 2025.
Mar 12, 2026 8:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Remain On The Run
The bond market is facing challenges due to ongoing war in Iran, which is leading to inflationary effects on various sectors. Economic fallout may help offset inflation, but rates are not expected to make significant downward progress until bonds price in another potential inflation reckoning. Headlines about military activities have pushed the June Fed rate cut outlook to its worst levels in a ye... more
Mar 11, 2026 1:30 PM
— Interest Rates
Highest Rates in More Than a Month
Mortgage rates rose on Wednesday despite a slight increase in oil prices. The increase in energy costs has led to higher inflation expectations, which typically result in higher interest rates. Additionally, high levels of government debt issuance, uncertainty surrounding tariff refunds, and scheduled Treasury auctions have all contributed to the upward momentum in interest rates. As a result, top... more
Mar 11, 2026 6:30 AM
— Interest Rates
Overnight Weakness, Limited CPI Impact, MBS Outperformance
The article discusses how the CPI data did not cause much of a market reaction due to new inflationary impulses from energy markets not yet reflected in official data. It mentions that the market is already trading future inflation reports based on oil prices. The article also touches on the impact of chart scaling in analyzing the correlation between oil prices and yields.
Mar 10, 2026 12:34 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Sideways to Slightly Lower
Today's mortgage rates are lower compared to yesterday's average, with some lenders announcing improvements in the afternoon due to the bond market rally in response to geopolitical headlines. Despite no major economic reports today, war-related headlines pose a risk for potential volatility in the market, despite significant economic data expected in the coming days.
Mar 9, 2026 1:33 PM
— Bond Markets
Big Round Trip in Oil Prices and Bond Yields
Oil price volatility caused significant movement in the bond market this morning, with the largest daily move on record. This led to a spike in 10-year yields, but they quickly reversed course as European and U.S. trading began, ending the day unchanged at 4.13%. Mortgage-backed securities also experienced fluctuations throughout the day.
Mar 9, 2026 11:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Finish Flat After Starting Higher
Mortgage rates started the day at their highest levels in a month, with oil prices putting upward pressure on rates. However, despite a significant spike in oil prices, rates ended up reversing course over the course of the day, leading to lenders adjusting rates back in line with Friday's levels.
Mar 9, 2026 5:38 AM
— Bond Markets
Biggest Oil Spike Yet Leaves No Doubts
Since the military operation in Iran began, there has been a correlation between rising oil prices and bond yields, with oil prices and bond yields moving higher together over the past week. This correlation became even more pronounced today with a new surge in oil prices due to Iran's leadership announcement.
Mar 6, 2026 12:39 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Highest Refi Demand in 4 Years After Last Week's Rate Rally
Mortgage application activity surged last week in response to headlines of stable mortgage rates holding multi-year lows. Refinance applications led the increase, rising 14.3% from the previous week and 109% higher than the same week last year. Purchase demand also strengthened, with the Purchase Index increasing by 6.1%. The composition of activity shifted towards refinances, with the refinance s... more
Mar 6, 2026 12:34 PM
— Interest Rates
Volatile Crosscurrents Keep Mortgage Rates Relatively Flat
Before the release of the jobs report, mortgage rates were on track to end the week at their highest levels due to an increase in oil prices affecting the bond market. However, the weak jobs report caused bonds to recover and rates to return to previous levels.
Mar 6, 2026 6:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Massive Miss in NFP. So Why Aren't Bonds Improving?
Despite nonfarm payrolls missing the forecast by a wide margin, bonds did not rally as expected due to the unemployment rate carrying more weight in today's market. The payroll count was distorted by health care strikes, impacting the NFP numbers significantly. In addition, the surge in oil prices is causing inflation implications and a correlation between oil prices and Treasury rates is causing ... more
Mar 5, 2026 1:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Dueling Narratives Leave Yields Higher Ahead of Jobs Report
Treasuries continued to sell despite oil prices rising initially, but then Treasuries stabilized while oil prices surged. The market is hoping the upcoming jobs report will help restore normal market correlations.
Mar 5, 2026 12:40 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Bounce Back Up Near Recent Highs
Mortgage rates increased today as bond yields rose due to the selling trend in the bond market. Despite rising oil prices, bond yields remained flat possibly due to safe-haven demand after losses in stocks. The average 30yr fixed rate is close to recent highs, although still below them.
Mar 5, 2026 12:30 PM
— Bond Markets
10yr Breaking Above 4.10% After Overnight weakness
The bond market is showing indifference to this week's economic data, including stronger jobless claims and a big uptick in labor costs. Overnight selling has pushed 10yr yields more than 3bps higher, breaking above the 4.10% technical level. The connection between this move and underlying motivation is not clear, but oil prices and yields continue to correlate.
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