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Treasuries Surge After Weak Jobs Data Fuels Rate Cut Bets

Bloomberg Markets •
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US Treasury prices rallied sharply following a disappointing labor report that fell short of economists' expectations. The weak payroll data has strengthened market bets that the Federal Reserve will implement more aggressive interest-rate cuts this year. Despite recent oil price increases that could fuel inflation, traders are pricing in greater monetary easing.

Ten-year Treasury yields fell three basis points to 4.1%, while two-year yields, which are more sensitive to Federal Reserve policy shifts, dropped five basis points to 3.53%. The yield curve movement reflects growing expectations for monetary policy accommodation. Interest rate swaps now indicate traders anticipate 44 basis points of rate cuts by December, up from 35 basis points before the report's release.

The payroll miss has shifted market dynamics, with investors reassessing the pace of Fed tightening. The combination of weaker employment data and persistent inflation concerns from oil prices creates a complex environment for policymakers. Treasury market movements suggest investors are betting the Fed will prioritize economic growth over inflation risks in coming months.