Why Are Global Rates Sinking?

Why Are Global Rates Sinking?

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The video discusses the current state of the bond market, highlighting factors such as capitulation, economic concerns, and liquidity issues. It examines the impact of global events like Ebola and weakening growth on market confidence. The European economy's struggles, including negative rates and record low yields, are also covered. In the US, technical factors and changes in the mortgage bond market are explored, with a focus on the potential effects on treasury yields and mortgage rates.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the relationship between mortgage rates and treasury yields as mentioned in the text.

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What are the potential outcomes for treasury yields in the coming days?

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