How Worrying Was the Ugly Treasury Auction?

How Worrying Was the Ugly Treasury Auction?

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The transcript discusses the US yield curve, focusing on the duration and yield at the front end, the volatility and yield spread when extending to 10 years, and concerns about yield inversion between three months and 10 years. It also highlights the importance of not overemphasizing a single treasury auction, despite its role in the broader market narrative.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Why might an investor hesitate to go out to the 10-year treasury?

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2.

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What concerns are raised about the current yields in relation to the economy's resilience?

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What is the implication of the yield inversion mentioned in the text?

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What should be monitored following the next auction according to the speaker?

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What does the speaker suggest about the significance of a single treasury auction?

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