Ausbiz | Bond Markets Are Feeling the Geopolitical Heat
Mark Bayley outlines key drivers behind recent shifts in the bond market, with heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising oil prices contributing to increased Treasury yields.
Kevin Warsh’s Nomination and the Next Era of U.S. Monetary Policy
Head of Global Short Duration and Liquidity Daniel Siluk discusses what President Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve could mean for markets and the future path of monetary policy.
Ausbiz | The Risk/Reward Dynamics Behind “Trump Put” Trades
Dylan Bourke views the recent appearance of President Donald Trump at Davos as a continuation of market unpredictability.
Ausbiz | Dylan’s Favoured Income-Generating Plays
Australian inflation surprised the market in October, accelerating at its fastest rate in seven months and putting pressure on both mortgage borrowers and fixed income markets.
Ausbiz | Lending in the Dark: Private Credit Under Scrutiny
Mark Bayley describes Australia’s private credit market as still in its relative infancy, with rapid growth mainly over the past five to six years.
Ausbiz | Bonds on notice on central bank uncertainty
Dylan Bourke states that the recent 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve was widely anticipated, but sees the move as fairly hawkish for fixed income markets.
Ausbiz | Should Investors Be Worried About Tight Spreads?
Mark Bayley outlines a more cautious view of the current bond and credit markets, particularly in light of recent global risks.
Ausbiz | Fixed Income Market Trends in the Year Ahead
US government bonds are currently viewed by Dylan Bourke as fairly priced, with terminal rates expected to return to 3% and upper cash rates around 4.25%.
The Fed’s September Decision: Separating the Data From the Sideshow
The Federal Reserve’s September meeting delivered a widely anticipated 25 basis point rate cut. While headlines focused on the policy shift, the more significant takeaway lies in the Fed’s continued emphasis on data dependency and economic resilience. This article offers a breakdown of the rationale behind the decision, highlighting the contrast between dovish policy actions and resilient growth projections, and what this means for investors.
