TREASURIES MARKET
India bond yields may see further uptick as US peers jump
Indian bond yields expected to increase amidst renewed Treasuries selloff. Benchmark 10-year yield likely to stay within 6.99%-7.03% range. U.S. yields rising, with expectations of a 46 bps rate cut by the Fed in 2024.
Jobs, inflation data may break the US Treasury market out of narrow range
Bond market trends are closely tied to Powell's testimony, economic indicators, and Treasury yield movements. Factors like the recent Australia inflation rebound, central bank actions, and insights from Macquarie Group are key considerations for investors navigating market uncertainties.
Foreigners buy Indian debt on eve of JPMorgan index inclusion, indicators signal
Currency market reacts to India's JPMorgan index inclusion with increased foreign buying and dollar transactions by large banks. Traders anticipate passive inflows despite the rupee's limited appreciation. RBI expected to manage the market dynamics prudently.
Asia stocks down, yen slump keeps markets on intervention alert
Asian shares fell on inflation worries, pushing bond yields higher. The yen's decline raised intervention fears. The dollar surged against major currencies. Markets reacted to unexpected inflation hikes. Uncertainties in commodity markets added to the jittery mood.
Asia stocks down, yen slump keeps markets on intervention alert
Inflation concerns impact markets worldwide, driving bond yields up and Asian shares down. Currency markets watch as the yen weakens, prompting fears of intervention. Unexpected jumps in inflation in Australia and Canada add to market nerves before the Federal Reserve's upcoming data release.
Gold prices hover near two-week low on firm dollar, yields
Gold prices reflect global economic uncertainties amidst discussions on interest rates by central banks, impacting market sentiments. The interplay between various economic indicators and policy decisions continues to shape the trajectory of gold as an investment choice.
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Battered yen pinned near multi-decade low amid resilient dollar
U.S. Treasury yields drive market dynamics as the yen weakens, impacting global currencies. Analysts await U.S. PCE data for potential Japanese intervention, while political uncertainties in Europe add to market volatility. Higher U.S. yields influence bond markets globally, affecting currencies like Sterling and Antipodean currencies against a strong dollar.
Gold flat as dollar, yields firm; investors seek more US data
Amid economic indicators and central bank actions, market focus extends to U.S. housing data, French employment stats, and Fed rate cut forecasts, influencing gold price dynamics.
Rupee trades in narrow range against US dollar in early trade
The rupee traded against the US dollar, influenced by positive domestic equities and the strength of the American currency. Forex traders noted the impact of the strong US dollar and elevated crude oil prices on the local unit.
Wall Street bucks global rally as bond yields rise
Wall Street's rally, driven by Nvidia and AI enthusiasm, saw record highs. European stocks were boosted by tech and real estate sectors. The STOXX 600 and FTSEurofirst 300 indexes rose, reflecting market optimism.
Gold gains as soft US data lifts Fed rate cut bets
Gold prices rose on Tuesday following softer-than-expected U.S. retail sales data, boosting hopes of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Spot gold and U.S. gold futures also increased, influenced by lower Treasury yields and the declining dollar.
Dollar wobbles as markets await more Fed clues; RBA meeting in focus
The dollar weakened against the euro and sterling as concerns about a far-right French government eased. Market focus shifted to key reports and comments from the Federal Reserve for rate cut clues.
Gold slips on higher treasury yields, US Fed speakers on tap
Gold prices slipped on Monday due to higher Treasury yields. Investors await US data and comments from Federal Reserve officials for monetary policy cues.
Further decline in US bond yields pushes Indian peers lower
Indian government bond yields fell as U.S. Treasury yields dropped on rate cut expectations. India's 10-year yield was at 6.9779% by 10:00 a.m. IST.
Rupee opens on flat note against US dollar in early trade
The 30-share BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty experienced slight declines, reflecting market movements. Moody's Ratings forecast India to maintain its position as the fastest-growing economy in the Asia-Pacific region.
Asia stocks rally as rate cut bets gather momentum; ECB in focus
Asian shares rose on Fed rate cut expectations and ECB meeting. Oil prices climbed, Treasury yields fell. Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 1.14%, led by tech stocks.
Yields pare losses as services sector rebounds
The business activity index is "really driving that whole index higher," said Ellis Phifer, managing director of fixed income research at Raymond James in Memphis, Tennessee.
Political, market volatility spice markets up
Investor sentiment is fragile in Asian markets amid concerns over U.S. and global economic growth. Indian assets have been volatile due to the country's general election result.
Wall Street stocks end slightly higher as weak jobs data supports rate cut
U.S. stocks rose on Tuesday as labor market data hinted at a Fed rate cut. Axos Financial dropped after Hindenburg Research shorted the stock.
Asian shares retreat as investors question US economic strength
Asian share markets weakened as U.S. economy's 'exceptionalism' unravels with weakening manufacturing activity. MSCI's Asia-Pacific index down 0.1%. U.S. Treasury yields fall after weak manufacturing data. Westpac economist Coombs sees market pricing 40 basis points rate cuts by 2024.
Bonds, rupee stage strong rebound on poll outlook
Government bond yields closed at their lowest in over two years, and the rupee saw its largest single-day gain since December, driven by exit polls predicting a strong NDA victory in the general elections.
ET Explains: Why RBI keeps gold abroad?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been aggressively buying gold this year, purchasing one and a half times the amount bought in the whole of 2023 in just the first four months of this calendar year. A big portion of this gold is held overseas, but the RBI is now planning to bring back a portion of these reserves. This move comes amid risks following the West freezing Russian assets. The RBI holds 822.10 metric tonnes of gold, with 387.26 metric tonnes kept in safe custody with the Bank of England and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS).
Dow slides 1% as bond market pressure eases after cooler economic data
The S&P 500 traded 0.2% lower and the Nasdaq composite dropped 0.3%. Yields fell on Thursday after a couple of reports showed the U.S. economy isn’t quite as strong as expected. The hope on Wall Street is that the economy can cool down, but not too much so that the Federal Reserve can hit a precise landing where it gets high inflation under control without causing a bad recession.
Dollar ascendant as surging US yields spur demand for safe havens
The dollar surged to a two-week high against major peers on Thursday due to a rout in Treasuries, boosting its appeal with higher U.S. yields and demand for safe haven assets.
Wall Street ends lower amid rate concerns, higher bond yields
Stocks declined following the Beige Book release, showing U.S. economic expansion and reduced rate cut expectations, per CME FedWatch Tool.
RBI's reserves effective guard against Vostro holding swings
Investments of some Russian funds in select securities that were permitted in a specific way are said to have reduced over a period of time indicating that funds are moving out of such securities, mostly short-term Treasury Bills, said market traders.
Yield curve inversion narrows, 10-year yields hit four-week high
Yields jumped on Tuesday after consumer confidence unexpectedly improved in May and the Treasury Department saw soft demand for auctions of two-year and five-year notes.
Bond yields climb, stocks under pressure as Fed cut doubts resurface
U.S. Treasury yields rose, impacting global markets. Crude oil climbed ahead of the OPEC+ meeting. Improved U.S. consumer confidence added uncertainty to Fed rate cut expectations.
Indian bonds continue positive drift; benchmark yield stays below 7%
Indian government bond yields trading lower on hopes of central bank's surplus transfer improving fiscal position. Benchmark 10-year yield at 6.9924% on Monday, down from previous close of 6.9988%.
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