After Hours
Bond Market Bedlam
Oct 25, 2023
The podcast delves into the recent spike in long-term interest rates in the bond market and explores its global impact and the confusion surrounding bond market terminology. It also discusses the potential problems with holding U.S. government bonds, such as the increased debt to GDP ratio and higher deficits. The podcast highlights government dysfunction in the US and the lack of control over spending in the context of the bond market. Furthermore, it explores the effects of political uncertainty on the United States' ability to finance its debt and the global repercussions.
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- Rising long-term interest rates can signal positive expectations for economic growth and productivity, while also posing challenges for households trying to afford homes and other major purchases.
- Higher long-term interest rates can discourage corporate investments and potentially undermine investments in the green economy, creating competition between government and private sector demand for capital.
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The rise in long-term interest rates
In the podcast episode, the hosts discuss the recent spike in long-term interest rates around the world, particularly in the US where they reached a 15 to 16-year high. They explain that rising long-term rates can signal positive expectations for future economic growth and productivity. They also mention that other countries, such as Germany and Japan, are experiencing similar increases in long-term rates. The hosts highlight the importance of understanding how changes in long-term rates can impact various aspects of the economy.
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