Treasuries Slide Again as US Strikes on Iran Push Oil Prices Up

U.S. Treasury yields resumed their decline as military strikes on Iran heightened geopolitical tensions, leading to a surge in oil prices. This development is likely to influence capital flows, as investors may seek safer assets amid increased risk aversion. The bond market is particularly exposed, with rising yields reflecting a shift in risk appetite away from equities and towards fixed-income securities. Traders will be closely watching the upcoming inventory data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) for insights into oil supply dynamics and potential further impacts on inflation expectations.

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