Bond yields are diverging, with short-term rates falling due to liquidity while long-term rates rise, signaling the end of the current rate-cut cycle. Institutions are locking in long-term funds, anticipating future rate increases, as the market prices in a potential shift to higher rates.
US stocks: US market closes down sharply after Fed holds rates unchanged
Wall Street experienced a sharp decline as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. AI-related chip stocks also saw further losses ahead of key earnings reports.
July 29, 2026