Treasury Yields Have Bottomed for 2021: Marketfield’s Shaoul

The video explores the concepts of price takers and price makers, using examples from various industries such as rubber plantations, home building, and retail. It discusses the impact of the Delta variant on the economy, particularly on work-from-home dynamics and industry-specific effects. The video concludes with an analysis of economic projections and yield expectations, highlighting the potential for yield increases in the financial markets.

What is a price maker in the context of a monopsony?

• A company that buys products at market prices

• A company that sells products at a loss

• A company that follows market prices

• A company that sets prices for its products

Which sector is identified as a price maker due to house price inflation?

• Retail sector

• Technology sector

• Automobile sector

• Industrial sector

How are big companies like Amazon and Apple described in terms of pricing?

• Price adjusters

• Price followers

• Price makers

• Price takers

What impact does the Delta variant have on the travel industry?

• Minimal impact

• Significant impact

• No impact

• Positive impact

What is the main concern regarding the Delta variant and schools?

• Reducing school hours

• Closing schools permanently

• Keeping schools open

• Increasing online classes

What is the expected movement of bond yields according to the discussion?

• Yields will decrease

• Yields will remain stable

• Yields will increase

• Yields will fluctuate randomly

What is the significance of a 129 on the 10-year bond yield?

• It suggests technical factors at play

• It shows a stable market

• It indicates a market crash

• It predicts a market boom