Today’s Chart of the Day was shared on Twitter by Strategas Research Partners (@StrategasRP). It is a chart of the 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF, $TLT with a 200-day moving average in red. The indicator in the lower pane measures how extended price is from the 200-day moving average. Strategas notes that price is extremely extended right now. In […]
Treasury Yields Test Record Lows
Last week, the Federal Reserve cut US interest rates for the first time since the Financial Crisis. The Fed’s decision sparked a bond-market rally and flight to safety which sent yields spiraling lower around the world. Many are viewing the decision as a preemptive tactic by the central bank or an “insurance cut” to support […]
Bond Bulls in the Driver’s Seat
With the uncertainty around equity markets due to the recent correction, there seems to be a new round of piqued interest in the fixed income space, and thus interest rates as well. Are US Treasuries, typically viewed as a “safe haven” for investors in times of uncertainty, poised to see more gains? Should we be […]
The Three Charts John Roque is Watching
Legendary technician, John Roque made a rare appearance on Bloomberg TV yesterday with host Abigail Doolittle. They discussed interest rates, and why he thinks Chinese stocks will outperform the US. He presents three charts; the Shanghai Composite, the 30-year Treasury bond and the S&P 500, offering some specific things to be mindful of with each. Here’s […]
