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GLOBAL MARKETS-Soaring yields leave stocks struggling for headway

Treasury yields reach new decade highs in Asia as traders become concerned about the duration of elevated interest rates, causing a dampening effect on stocks, particularly in China, even as some markets attempt to rebound.

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European stocks rebounded and government bond yields rose again as oil prices firmed, despite smaller rate cuts by China than investors had expected, with hopes remaining for further stimulus.
Asian stocks, particularly Chinese markets, may find some relief after Wall Street's resilience in the face of rising bond yields, though economic data from China remains underwhelming and foreign investors continue to sell Chinese stocks.
Bond selling has driven 10-year Treasury yields to 16-year highs, possibly due to the timing of the Bank of Japan's signal to allow higher yields and speculation on the upcoming Federal Reserve symposium, with implications for risk appetite and a focus on Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech.
Asian stocks rise as traders await signals on interest rate plans from the Federal Reserve conference, with hopes that further rate hikes will be ruled out but concerns about inflation persisting.
Surging U.S. Treasury yields are causing concern among investors as they wonder how much it will impact the rally in stocks and speculative assets, with the S&P 500, technology sector, bitcoin, and high-growth names all experiencing losses; rising rates are making it more difficult for borrowers and increasing the appeal of risk-free Treasury yields.
Asian stock markets rebounded from an eight-day losing streak, supported by a recovery in Chinese shares, while benchmark Treasury yields reached a 16-year high on concerns of sustained high interest rates.
Asian currencies slightly rose as U.S. yields increased, prompting Thailand's and China's central banks to stabilize their currencies, while the Philippines' central bank stated it may intervene to support its currency; additionally, traders are anticipating the U.S. Federal Reserve's symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
The Chinese bond market is experiencing a significant shift due to concerns over China's economic growth prospects, including a bursting property bubble and lack of government stimulus, leading to potential capital flight and pressure on the yuan, which could result in increased selling of US Treasuries by Chinese banks and a rethink of global growth expectations.
The recent spike in U.S. bond yields is not driven by inflation expectations but by economic resilience and high bond supply, according to bond fund managers, with factors such as the Bank of Japan allowing yields to rise and an increase in the supply of U.S. government bonds playing a larger role.
The recent sell-off in US bonds has led to a rise in the yield-to-duration ratio, indicating that yields would need to increase significantly to generate losses, providing a potential floor for the struggling market.
The dollar is expected to continue strengthening as bond yields rise, with the Fed likely to hike rates at least once more this year, and a barrage of economic data this week will heavily influence Fed policy decisions and impact the direction of the dollar and interest rates.
Investors should consider moving into longer-dated bonds as historical data shows that the broader U.S. bond market typically outperforms short-term Treasurys at the end of Federal Reserve rate hiking cycles, according to Saira Malik, chief investment officer at Nuveen.
Asian markets are expected to open strong, supported by a global equity upswing and lower bond yields, although caution remains due to the latest efforts by Beijing to support the Chinese stock market.
Treasury yields fell to their lowest levels in over a week due to concerns about job creation and consumer confidence, leading bond traders to lower the probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike this year.
Despite the appearance of a "Goldilocks" economy, with falling inflation and strong economic growth, rising yields on American government bonds are posing a threat to financial stability, particularly in the commercial property market, where owners may face financial distress due to a combination of rising interest rates and remote work practices. This situation could also impact other sectors and lenders exposed to commercial real estate.
U.S. Treasury yields rise as investors await jobs report for insight into the economy and Fed's monetary policy decisions.
The 10-year Treasury bond is a "screaming buy" for investors as the yield is likely to fall over the next year due to the Fed's success in curbing inflation, according to BMO Capital Markets head of US rates strategy Ian Lyngen.
Treasury yields are on the move and investors should pay attention to where they might be headed next.
The dollar has reached a five-month high as investors anticipate the need for elevated interest rates due to the strong US economy, with factors such as weak growth in China and Europe, rising US yields, and falling equity prices further supporting the case for dollar strength.
Analysts at BMO and UBS predict that the yield on the 10-year Treasury will surpass the S&P 500 earnings yield, indicating a potential fall in stocks and a rise in bond prices.
Bank of America Securities' Savita Subramanian sees the recent jump in Treasury yields as a positive signal for the economy, with companies focusing on efficiency and productivity rather than leveraging buybacks and cheap financing costs, driving the next leg of the bull market.
A surge in bond issuance by U.S. investment-grade-rated companies is putting pressure on long-end U.S. Treasuries as investors opt for higher-yielding corporate debt over government bonds.
Asian markets are weighed down by concerns over high U.S. bond yields, a strong dollar, China's economic struggles, and rising oil prices.
U.S. Treasury yields dropped as concerns over potential interest rate hikes grew due to recent economic data, including lower jobless claims and sustained inflationary pressures.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury note is predicted to decrease significantly for the remainder of this year and in 2024, as economists anticipate the Federal Reserve to loosen its monetary policy and inflation to fall.
Global equities slide and the 10-year Treasury yield remains near a 16-year high as rising concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and other headwinds weigh on the US consumer and economy.
The Federal Reserve's continued message of higher interest rates is expected to impact Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar, with the 10-year Treasury yield predicted to experience a slight increase and the U.S. dollar expected to edge higher.
Treasury yields rise and stocks fall as traders anticipate longer-lasting higher rates to prevent inflation, while Brent oil briefly surpasses $95 a barrel; the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates is eagerly awaited by investors.
Asian stocks struggle as surging oil prices contribute to inflation and the possibility of higher interest rates, while Brent crude futures remain high and 10-year US Treasury yields reach 16-year highs.
U.S. Treasury yields dip slightly as investors await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and guidance, while the 10-year yield remains near 16-year highs.