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Rising Bond Yields: What They Mean for Investors and the Economy As we enter 2025, the U.S. bond market continues to capture headlines with yields reaching levels not seen in nearly two decades. The 10-year Treasury yield, a key benchmark for interest rates across the economy, has surged past 4.7% - its highest point since 2007[1]. This dramatic rise has significant implications for investors, the broader economy, and global financial markets. ...

Bonds and SPY: Unraveling the Connection Bonds and equities, represented by the SPY (SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust), are two fundamental asset classes in the world of finance. Understanding the intricate relationship between these two can provide valuable insights for investors and traders. The Basics Bonds: Bonds are debt securities that represent loans made by investors to governments, municipalities, or corporations. Bondholders receive regular interest payments and the return of the bond’s face value upon maturity. ...