Treasuries Rally as Trump Sees ‘No Deadline’ for China Trade Deal

Treasuries Rally as Trump Sees ‘No Deadline’ for China Trade Deal

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The video discusses the current state of the US bond market, influenced by trade developments and potential tariff increases. It explores the Federal Reserve's possible rate cuts in response to economic data and trade uncertainties. The global bond market is experiencing synchronized movements, with notable changes in Europe. The weakening correlation between stock and bond markets, driven by trade issues, affects risk parity funds.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a significant factor in the recent sell-off in the US bond market?

Positive developments in trade

Increase in interest rates

Decrease in inflation

Strong economic growth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Federal Reserve considering in response to trade uncertainties?

Increasing interest rates

Implementing quantitative easing

Cutting rates further

Raising tariffs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the first rate cut expected to be priced in according to the bond market?

January 2020

September 2020

December 2020

March 2020

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which European country experienced a significant bond market movement?

France

Italy

Netherlands

Spain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of trade issues on the correlation between stock and bond markets?

Weakening correlation

No change in correlation

Reversing correlation

Strengthening correlation