Sure, we could write a headline that attempts to distill the concept of a big picture struggle between the forces exerting upward pressure on rates and those stepping in to push back in the other direction. Or we could just introduce the “not so fast” line, and let a chart do the talking.
Source: Kevin Litwicki MBSLIVE
Introducing The "Not So Fast" Line
Volatility Has Been High, But Next Week Could Be Worse
Financial market volatility increased noticeably after the emergence of the omicron variant. Last week, that proved to be good for rates and bad for stocks. This week was a different story.
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Volatility Has Been High, But Next Week Could Be Worse
Should We Be Worried?
Several developments are converging on the global economy and financial markets at the moment. Each brings its own causes for concern. Together, they bring a significant increase in volatility.
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Should We Be Worried?