Traders Eye US PCE, European Inflation as Bond Yields Remain High

Investors are shifting their focus to the upcoming U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) and European inflation data, as analysts caution that a potential deal with Iran could alleviate energy-driven inflation but may not significantly lower global bond yields. The anticipated data releases are expected to influence market sentiment through the inflation repricing channel, particularly affecting fixed-income assets. High debt burdens across various economies could maintain upward pressure on yields, impacting capital flows into bonds. Traders will closely watch the U.S. PCE report scheduled for release, as it could provide critical insights into consumer price trends and influence Federal Reserve policy decisions.

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