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Bonds set for bruising September, but stocks remain resilient

Global bonds head toward their worst monthly performance in years, driven by deteriorating government finances, heavy debt issuance, and persistent inflation. The ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran keeps energy costs elevated and pushes sovereign yields higher. Meanwhile, equities remain largely resilient, supported by robust corporate earnings, global economic strength, and ongoing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence despite rising borrowing costs.

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  • ✓ Global bonds inched up on Wednesday but were set for their worst month in years.
  • ✓ Benchmark 10-year US Treasury yields held just below their highest level since June 2007 at 5.2363% in European hours.
  • ✓ The 10-year US Treasury yield was set for a rise of more than 47 basis points for the month of September.
  • ✓ Global bonds were hit by a mix of deteriorating government finances, a glut of debt issuance and rising inflation tied to the seven-month-old US-Israeli war on Iran.
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Global bonds inched up on Wednesday but remained on track for their worst month in years amid rising yields and heavy debt issuance.

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  1. Global Bonds Face Brutal Month as Yields Surge

    Global bonds head toward their worst monthly performance in years, driven by deteriorating government finances, heavy debt issuance, and persistent inflation. The ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran keeps energy costs elevated and pushes sovereign yields higher. Meanwhile, equities remain largely resilient, supported by robust corporate earnings, global economic strength, and ongoing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence despite rising borrowing costs.

    Why it matters

    Sovereign yields serve as an essential anchor for global markets, acting as reference prices for riskier equities alongside benchmarks for mortgages and corporate loans. The sharp climb in borrowing costs presents a mounting hurdle for financial markets as 10-year US Treasury yields hover near their highest levels since June 2007. Beleaguered Treasuries now face the prospect of a traditionally terrible October following a severe quarterly rout.

    What is confirmed

    • Global bonds inched up on Wednesday but were set for their worst month in years.
    • Benchmark 10-year US Treasury yields held just below their highest level since June 2007 at 5.2363% in European hours.
    • The 10-year US Treasury yield was set for a rise of more than 47 basis points for the month of September.
    • Global bonds were hit by a mix of deteriorating government finances, a glut of debt issuance and rising inflation tied to the seven-month-old US-Israeli war on Iran.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A run on the bond market could materialize as government finances deteriorate and debt issuance increases.

    What to watch next

    • Movement in 10-year and 2-year US Treasury yields as the market transitions into October trading.
    • Further macroeconomic data releases concerning inflation and energy costs driven by ongoing geopolitical conflicts.
    Sources used for this update (13)
    1. finance.yahoo.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq notch weekly wins as market shrugs off bond sell-off, oil prices....
    2. Reuters — Bonds set for bruising September but stocks little fazed
    3. WSJ — Could There Be a Run on the Bond Market?
    4. Reuters — Morning Bid: A cruel quarter for bonds
    5. Robin J Brooks | Substack — How a Global Debt Crisis Starts
    6. Bloomberg.com — Traditionally Terrible October Looms for Beleaguered Treasuries
    7. www.thehindubusinessline.com — Stock Market Today Highlights: Stock markets fall for 3rd day; Nifty down 96 points, Sensex slips to 72,4....
    8. www.theglobeandmail.com — S&P 500 dips, Nasdaq higher after data shows moderate inflation rise
    9. www.marketscreener.com — Bonds set for bruising September, but stocks remain resilient
    10. www.cnbctv18.com — Sensex Today | Stock Market Live Updates: Nifty falls to 22,550; TARIL shares up 8%
    11. www.thestar.com.my — Bonds suffer bruising September, but stocks remain resilient | The Star
    12. ca.marketscreener.com — Cboe and S&P Dow Jones Indices extend partnership through 2051 | MarketScreener Canada
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