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Navigating Market Surprises: Understanding CPI and PPI Impacts
Feb 20, 2024
Exploring the impact of CPI and PPI data on fixed income markets, investor perspectives on credit spreads, Federal Reserve's rate adjustments, comparisons of current credit cycle to historical data, market volatility, and potential credit risk opportunities
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- Credit markets remain positive despite economic surprises, shifting focus towards credit as a yield product.
- Federal Reserve's proactive rate adjustments aim to manage changing inflation dynamics and market expectations.
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Current Market Sentiment and Economic Data Impact
Despite recent economic data surprises like the CPI and PPI prints, the credit markets maintain a positive sentiment with surprisingly narrow credit spreads even in the face of increasing Treasury yields. Conversations with clients reveal a shift towards viewing credit as a yield product rather than a spread product, with attractive opportunities seen in high yield and investment grade.
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