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US TSY/RECAP
US TSY/RECAP: U.S. rates finished sharply lower on Friday, with T-Notes going
out just off of session lows, after a second consecutive monthly headline NFP
print, although the prior saw a sharp revision lower.
- Fed's Bullard reiterated that he is happy with rates where they are, pointing
to a wait and see approach. Bullard also stated that the balance sheet is
"definitely" going to be bigger than first thought. Kaplan also pointed to a
wait and see approach as he noted that the Fed should stand pat for a couple of
quarters. Fed's Kashkari commented earlier today, noting that Fed Chair Powell
is "coming around" to the view that the bank should wait until wages & inflation
pick up before hiking interest rates again.
- Headline ISM M'fing was strong Friday, although prices paid component not as
strong.
- U.S. docket limited to November's factory orders and durable goods data on
Monday.
- T-Notes last 121.31, U.S. 10-Year cash Tsy yields closed at 2.684%.
MNI London Bureau | +44 0203-865-3809 | anthony.barton@marketnews.com
MNI London Bureau | +44 0203-865-3809 | anthony.barton@marketnews.com

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