Major: Bond Market Rejecting These Lower Yields

Major: Bond Market Rejecting These Lower Yields

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The video discusses the current volatility in the treasury market, with traders betting that the Federal Reserve will not raise interest rates for the next 12 months. It highlights the impact of recent economic events like Brexit and actions by the Bank of Japan and Bank of England on market reactions. The analysis suggests that bond yields are already low, and the market is resisting further decreases. The discussion also covers the differing views between central bankers and market predictions, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of economic forecasts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current expectation of traders regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions?

The Fed will increase interest rates gradually.

The Fed will not change interest rates for 12 months.

The Fed will raise interest rates soon.

The Fed will lower interest rates immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which recent global event is mentioned as having an impact on the treasury market?

Brexit

The European Union expansion

The US presidential election

The Paris Climate Agreement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the market's general reaction to very low yield levels?

Stability and no change

Immediate increase in yields

Rejection and struggle to lower further

Acceptance and adaptation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the dot chart reveal about the forecasts of central bankers?

They are all in agreement.

There is a significant distance between their forecasts.

They predict a rapid increase in yields.

They expect a decrease in market volatility.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the predicted US Treasury bond yield by the end of the year?

1.30%

1.60%

1.50%

1.40%