Swings in treasuries trigger global bond market aftershocks

Global bond markets experienced turbulence following Donald Trump’s tariff pause, triggering rapid unwinding of interest rate cut expectations. Australian and New Zealand bonds plunged, mirroring the US yield curve flattening, while Japan saw longer-end bonds face selling pressure. Instability is expected to persist as traders navigate uncertain trade negotiations and their impact on growth and […]

What happens when women take the financial lead? New book Money & Her has some answers

Money and Her by Lisa Pallavi Barbora explores women’s evolving relationship with money through intimate stories of resilience, identity, and financial agency. Blending memoir with practical advice, the book captures the emotional and strategic aspects of financial independence, urging open conversations and thoughtful decision-making across life stages.

Tariff timeout sets stage for a freaky Friday rally. GIFT Nifty up over 3%

Indian markets are set for a strong Friday open, tracking global rallies after Trump paused new tariffs for 90 days on all nations except China. GIFT Nifty signals a 744-point jump. Improved sentiment, easing bond yields, and India’s resilient outlook are key positives despite ongoing policy uncertainty.

View: Creaking US bond market signals danger still lurks

Global markets experienced a relief after President Trump’s tariff pause, but concerns remain about U.S. Treasury market instability. Unusual bond market activity, including significant yield increases and swap spread widening, raised alarms about market functioning.