Australian funds cut U.S. Treasury holdings on Trump policy risks
Fiscal uncertainty in the US and the fact that Treasury yields aren't high enough to reflect the risk of holding them is making the securities less attractive.
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U.S. long-dated debt faces crucial test in $22 billion auction
Investors have grown more wary of lending to the US government for such a long time, and have demanded higher yields as a result, increasing a cushion known as the term premium.
Fed likely to hold steady after muted tariff impact in CPI
The government measure of inflation for May ticked up modestly, adding to the signals that the Federal Reserve is unlikely to move on interest rates when it meets next month.
Solid hiring in May undermines calls for Fed rate cut
The U.S. economy added 139,000 jobs, a healthy clip that counters the president's calls for a rate cut to bolster the labor market.
As Treasury market is poised to grow, fragilities mount
The Treasury market experienced unexpected volatility in April after President Trump announced sweeping tariffs, but recovered after the moves were delayed. Some see that as proof of resilience in the market, but others say it highlights vulnerabilities.
Fed’s Waller backs change to ‘dot plot’ economic outlook
Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller said changes to the Federal Open Market Committee's quarterly economic projections could lead to clearer communication with markets and market participants.
April PCE inflation comes in at 2.1%, nearing Fed goal
The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation moved closer to the 2% target last month, but the impact of tariffs remains to be seen.
Pimco’s Stracke sees asset-based finance as key growth area
The strategy, which focuses on non-bank lending to sectors such as residential mortgages, credit cards and auto loans, has been a key plank of the bond giant's push into private lending.
Octus: Omni-blockers may soon multiply
Tariff uncertainty could boost lender leverage to incorporate protection against LME proliferation
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Giant U.S. companies are rushing to Europe to borrow money
Early signs are emerging that Trump-induced dollar volatility, inflated Treasury yields and fears about the country's debt burden are fueling a gradual reweighting toward the Old Continent.
Dimon: JPMorgan has lost overseas clients amid trade war
The nation's largest bank is optimistic about its overall performance this year, but CEO Jamie Dimon still thinks there's a bigger chance of stagflation than markets are anticipating.
Trump says US to set tariff rates for other nations in weeks
The president said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick "will be sending letters out essentially telling people" what "they'll be paying to do business in the United States."
AGL Credit completes 10 CLOs at historically tight AAAs
Industry diversification and strong borrower financials bode well for CLO prospects in uncertain times.
Fed’s Kugler: Tariffs present stagflation-like pressure
Federal Reserve Gov. Adriana Kugler said in a speech in Dublin that trade barriers could soon affect prices and slow down growth while increasing uncertainty in 2025.
Bond traders’ rate-cut optimism flattened by Powell tough talk
Powell said as policymakers look for more clarity on tariff policies, the risks of higher inflation and unemployment have increased due to President Donald Trump's sweeping levies.
Fed’s Barr expects high inflation, slow growth from tariffs
Federal Reserve Gov. Michael Barr said global supply chain disruptions and inflation caused by tariffs could weigh heaviest on small businesses, especially those with little access to credit.
Bessent says tariff negotiations could wrap by year end
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he expects negotiations with trading partners over tariffs to conclude by the end of the year but acknowledged that talks with China had not yet begun.
Bond traders swing to Powell’s side as Trump calls for rate cuts
The pace of hiring drove traders to dial back rate-cut bets that had steadily mounted as Trump's trade war unleashed havoc in financial markets and sowed fears of a US recession.
Inflation nears Fed target, but tariffs still loom large
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation reading fell in March, but the positive reading came before new trade policies hit the economy.
How tariff uncertainty is taking a toll on banks
The potential for a global trade war has largely undone the optimism that the industry exhibited at the beginning of the year. Here's a look at three ways that tariffs could negatively impact banks.
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