China's Holdings of U.S. Treasuries Declines

The video discusses the impact of inflation numbers from the Federal Reserve on yields, highlighting the pressure on US Treasury holdings by major creditors like China and Japan. China's treasury holdings fell significantly in 2016, affecting US borrowing costs. Japan, while still the largest US creditor, also saw a decline in its holdings. The video explores the domestic and international factors influencing these changes.

What factors are contributing to the pressure on US Treasury yields?

How much did China's treasury holdings fall by in 2016?

What impact has the sale of Treasurys by big creditors had on US borrowing costs?

What was the total amount of Japan's holdings of Treasurys in 2016?

What was the change in Japan's Treasury holdings year over year in 2016?