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Treasury yields see biggest two- and three-week declines since December as bonds keep rallying
Treasury yields finished lower for a fourth straight session on Friday, touching the lowest levels in more than two months, after softer-than-expected U.S. inflation readings for May boosted expectations for a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut as ...MarketWatch - Business -
Interest rates may need to go higher if the Fed wants inflation at 2%
Easing too soon would likely reignite inflation and require the Fed to hike rates again.MarketWatch - Business - Federal Reserve -
Treasury Yields to Remain Data-Driven in The Summer
Treasury yields are likely to fluctuate in a broad range this summer, responding to key individual economic data, SEB Research said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why the Stock Market Has Risen Even With No Fed Rate Cuts
The S&P 500 has been buoyant mainly because of A.I. fever, while bonds are having another mediocre year. But as an investor, our columnist is staying the course.The New York Times - Top stories - Federal Reserve -
Mester says Fed needs to see more low inflation readings before cutting interest rates
The president of the Cleveland Federal Reserve said the low inflation readings in May were great news, but the central bank needs to “see that continue a bit longer” before it can cut interest rates.MarketWatch - Business - Federal Reserve -
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Higher
Gold settled up 1.4%, with silver also rising 1.4% on the day. Both metals posted weekly gains.The Wall Street Journal - World -
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa set for reelection after dramatic last-minute coalition deal
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Labour raises £350k more than Tories in first campaign week
The figures are a huge turnaround on the 2019 election, when the Tories attracted 87% of all donations.BBC News - Top stories -
Buying a home? 4 big reasons to lock in a mortgage rate this week
If you're planning to buy a home, it could make sense to lock in your rate soon. Here's why.CBS News - Top stories -
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Rate Decisions Due in U.K., Australia
Markets await a raft of interest-rate decisions, including in the U.K., Australia, China, Indonesia, Switzerland and Norway, while French assets will be watched closely ahead of snap elections.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia
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