- The ongoing war with Iran is causing disruptions to global oil flows, while mortgage rates are currently reflecting the trends in the U.S. housing market.
- The ongoing war with Iran is causing disruptions to global oil flows, while mortgage rates are currently reflecting the trends in the U.S. housing market.
- Rates are tracking 10-year Treasury note yields as both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac expand purchases of MBS, influenced by war-driven oil price hikes.
- Institutional buyers are demanding better returns and reducing exposure to U.S. Treasurys while supporting agency mortgage-backed securities.
U.S. Treasury increased debt buybacks while Norges Bank Investment Management reduced its government bond exposure.
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Updated Sep 16
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What happened
U.S. Treasury increased debt buybacks while Norges Bank Investment Management reduced its government bond exposure.
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The entities involved
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U.S. Treasury
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- Market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions, including attacks on Iran, has caused oil and gold prices to react, prompting the FED to consider its stance on inflation and interest rates.
- Disruptions in Saudi energy infrastructure are raising concerns about global oil supplies, impacting financial markets and inflation outlook.
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Norges Bank Investment Management
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