Bond prices are down, yields are down and investors are on edge. Here’s what that means for the economy.

Rising Treasury yields are sending a warning signal: Investors are worried that higher inflation could keep the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates anytime soon. Treasurys, or bonds issued by the U.S. government, are considered among the safest investments in the world. Their yields move with investor demand and expectations for inflation, economic growth and … Read more

Mortgage rates rise as Iran war fans inflation fears and lifts Treasury yields

Mortgage rates in the U.S. jumped this week to the highest level in three months, as the Iran war fans inflation fears and puts pressure on the U.S. housing market. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.22% in the week ending March 19, up from 6.11% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac.  Economists note that … Read more