A disappointing Treasury auction and hawkish comments by the Federal Reserve’s chair underscored investor fears about inflation.
Category: Government Bonds
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Fed Chair Recalls Inflation ‘Head Fakes,’ Pledges to Do More if Needed
Jerome H. Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, said officials will proceed carefully. But if more policy action is needed, he pledged to take it.
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Huge Reversal in Bonds and Rally in Stocks Cap Wild Week for Markets
A series of data reports and actions by policymakers have led investors to reassess their assumptions about interest rates and the economy.
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Why Wall Street Is So Worried About ‘Refunding’
A routine announcement by the Treasury Department about its borrowing plans has attracted more attention than usual because of the rapid rise in interest rates.
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What to Watch for as the Federal Reserve Meets This Week
Central bankers are expected to leave interest rates steady at a 22-year high of 5.25 to 5.5 percent. Investors are looking for hints at what’s next.
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Japan Takes Another Step Away From Easy Money
The Bank of Japan said it would be more flexible in how it manages government bond yields, citing rising inflation.
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The Bond Market Is Flexing Its Muscles
Soaring interest rates have the power to alter the direction of the economy and command the attention of Washington, our columnist says.
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What’s Going On in the Bond Market?
The rapid rise in interest rates in recent months has shaken investors and cast a cloud over the economy.
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Investors Fret as Daunting Bond Market Milestone Comes Into View
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield has threatened to break above 5 percent for the first time in 16 years, rattling the markets.
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Why High Yields Make Bonds Better Investments Now
Back in 1994, bonds with fabulous yields were there for the taking. Our columnist doesn’t see treasures like that now, but there are solid buys.
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Powell Says Strong Economic Data ‘Could Warrant’ Higher Rates
The Federal Reserve may need to do more if growth remains hot or if the labor market stops cooling, Jerome H. Powell said in a speech.