Why There Hasn't Been a Bigger Flight to Treasuries

Why There Hasn't Been a Bigger Flight to Treasuries

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The video discusses the current market conditions, focusing on the lack of a significant shift to US Treasurys despite interest rate changes. It explores the impact of these changes on hedging strategies and market volatility, particularly in relation to mortgage-backed securities. The discussion also covers real yields as a proxy for market uncertainty and the role of central banks, especially the ECB, in influencing global bond markets and yield curves.

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How has the repricing of rates affected the flight to quality in US Treasurys?

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What role do real yields play in the current market conditions?

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What factors are contributing to the uncertainty in the markets as discussed in the text?

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Discuss the implications of central banks not intervening in the market as they did in the past.

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What impact does the ECB's reduction in long-term bond purchases have on global rates?

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