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大类资产早报-20251118
Yong An Qi Huo· 2025-11-18 01:38
Global Asset Market Performance - On November 17, 2025, the 10 - year treasury bond yields of major economies varied, with the US at 4.140%, UK at 4.534%, etc. The latest changes, weekly, monthly, and yearly changes also differed among countries. For example, the US 10 - year treasury bond yield had a latest change of - 0.009, a weekly change of 0.023, a monthly change of 0.159, and a yearly change of - 0.188 [3] - The 2 - year treasury bond yields also showed different trends. For instance, China (1Y) was 3.580% on November 17, 2025, with corresponding changes over different time periods [3] - The exchange rates of the US dollar against major emerging economies' currencies had various changes. For example, against the South African zar, the latest change was 0.58%, and the yearly change was - 6.37% [3] - The performance of major economies' stock indices on November 17, 2025, showed declines in most cases. For example, the Dow Jones had a latest change of - 0.92%, and a weekly change of - 2.34% [3] - The credit bond indices of different types (emerging economies' investment - grade, high - yield, etc.) had different values and changes on November 17, 2025. For example, the emerging economies' investment - grade credit bond index was 3516.030, with a latest change of 0.05% [3] Stock Index Futures Trading Data - On November 17, 2025, the closing prices of A - shares, CSI 300, SSE 50, ChiNext, and CSI 500 were 3972.03, 4598.05, 3012.07, 3105.20, and 7235.35 respectively, with corresponding percentage changes [4] - The PE (TTM) values of CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, S&P 500, and German DAX were 14.14, 11.93, 32.98, 27.74, and 18.30 respectively, with环比 changes [4] - The risk premiums and their环比 changes of S&P 500 and German DAX were - 0.54 and 2.75 respectively, with环比 changes of 0.04 and 0.07 [4] - The latest values and 5 - day average values of capital flows in A - shares, main boards, etc., showed different trends. For example, the latest value of A - share capital flow was - 543.55, and the 5 - day average was - 629.80 [4] - The latest trading volumes and环比 changes of Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets, CSI 300, etc., were provided. For example, the latest trading volume of Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets was 19107.91, with a环比 change of - 472.88 [4] - The basis and amplitude of the main contracts of stock index futures (IF, IH, IC) were - 16.65, - 2.87, - 91.95 and - 0.36%, - 0.10%, - 1.27% respectively [4] Treasury Bond Futures Trading Data - On November 17, 2025, the closing prices of treasury bond futures T00, TF00, T01, TF01 were 108.485, 105.905, 108.240, 105.885 respectively, with no percentage changes [5] - The capital interest rates (R001, R007, SHIBOR - 3M) were 1.5596%, 1.5321%, 1.5800% respectively, with daily changes (BP) of 7.00, 4.00, 0.00 [5]
固收:年内债券投资思路
2025-11-18 01:15
Summary of Conference Call on Bond Investment Strategy Industry Overview - The focus is on the bond investment strategy for the year, particularly in the context of low interest rate expectations and limited downward space for both long-term (10-year government bonds) and short-term (1-year time deposits) rates [1][2][3]. Key Points and Arguments 1. **Interest Rate Expectations**: The current market has low expectations for interest rate cuts in the short term, which limits the downward movement of both long and short-term interest rates [2][3]. 2. **Investment Strategy for Year-End**: Investors should focus on institutional allocation intentions and the performance of the equity market. An increase in institutional allocation may compress the spread between government bonds and policy bank bonds [1][3]. 3. **Credit Bonds vs. Government Bonds**: The spread between credit bonds and policy bank bonds is thin, while the spread between credit bonds and government bonds is wider. Short-term credit bonds are positioned low, but there is still room for three to five-year credit bonds [4][5]. 4. **Monetary Policy Outlook**: The monetary policy is expected to maintain a loose growth-oriented approach next year, with limited impact from the current tightening of liquidity. The probability of easing measures this year is low, but the central bank may prepare for policy easing in Q1 next year [6][7]. 5. **Portfolio Construction**: For absolute return portfolios, a defensive stance with slightly lower duration is recommended, while relative return portfolios should seize opportunities such as the compression of spreads between policy bank bonds and government bonds [7][8]. 6. **Short-term vs. Long-term Strategies**: For short-term trading, focus on mid-term policy bank bonds due to clear returns. For long-term holding, consider 10-year secondary capital bonds, but be aware of their weaker liquidity [8][9]. 7. **Spread Compression Opportunities**: There are notable opportunities for spread compression between policy bank bonds and government bonds, which investors should monitor for potential profits [10][11]. 8. **Selection of Policy Bank Bonds**: Investors are advised to choose the main bond 215 over the new bond 220 for 10-year policy bank bonds due to liquidity considerations [11]. 9. **Changes in Investment Strategy**: Recent recommendations have shifted towards a more cautious approach as the year-end approaches, adjusting portfolios to mitigate risks associated with potential market volatility [14]. Other Important Considerations - The impact of new redemption regulations and changes in fund buying power for policy bank bonds should be closely monitored, as these factors will influence market trends at year-end and into next year [6][7]. - The use of hedging strategies, such as constructing combinations of 5-year secondary capital bonds with futures, can help mitigate risks and enhance returns [13].
【金工】医药主题基金表现占优,TMT、科创主题ETF受被动资金加仓——基金市场与ESG产品周报20251117(祁嫣然/马元心)
光大证券研究· 2025-11-17 23:03
Market Overview - In the week from November 10 to November 14, 2025, gold prices increased while domestic equity market indices collectively retreated. The comprehensive, textile and apparel, and retail trade sectors saw the highest gains, while the communication, electronics, and computer sectors experienced the largest declines [4]. Fund Issuance - A total of 25 new funds were established in the domestic market this week, with a combined issuance of 14.173 billion units. This included 14 equity funds, 4 FOF funds, 4 mixed funds, and 3 bond funds. Overall, 41 new funds were issued across the market, comprising 23 equity funds, 8 mixed funds, 5 FOF funds, 4 bond funds, and 1 REIT [5]. Fund Performance Tracking - The performance of long-term thematic funds showed that the pharmaceutical theme funds performed best with a gain of 4.69%, while TMT theme funds saw a significant decline of 4.42%. Other thematic fund performances included cyclical (2.00%), consumer (1.68%), financial real estate (0.77%), new energy (-0.43%), industry rotation (-0.68%), industry balance (-1.24%), and national defense and military industry (-1.95%) [6]. ETF Market Tracking - This week, various ETFs saw inflows, particularly TMT and Sci-Tech themed ETFs, driven by passive fund accumulation. The median return for equity ETFs was -1.08% with a net inflow of 11.729 billion yuan. Hong Kong stock ETFs had a median return of 1.32% and a net inflow of 8.432 billion yuan. Commodity ETFs, represented by gold ETFs, had a median return of 3.26% with a net inflow of 5.957 billion yuan [7]. Fund Position Monitoring - The estimated position of actively managed equity funds decreased by 0.19 percentage points compared to the previous week. In terms of sector allocation, funds increased their positions in electronics, home appliances, and automobiles, while reducing their holdings in computers, non-bank financials, and banks [8]. ESG Financial Products Tracking - This week, 30 new green bonds were issued, totaling 64.801 billion yuan. The domestic green bond market has steadily developed, with a cumulative issuance of 5.02 trillion yuan and 4,297 bonds issued as of November 14, 2025. The median net value change for active equity, passive index equity, and bond ESG funds was -1.67%, -1.13%, and +0.04%, respectively. High-quality governance, ecology, and ESG-themed funds showed significantly better performance [9].
“新债王”Gundlach:1.7万亿美元市场正充斥“垃圾放贷”,恐成下一个“金融雷区”
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen· 2025-11-17 17:30
作为资深债券投资者,Gundlach特别担心私人信用基金向散户投资者的扩张,称其创造了流动性承诺与 非流动性资产之间的"完美错配"。他预测:"下一次金融市场的重大危机将来自私人信用,它具有与 2006年次贷抵押贷款重新包装相同的特征。" 贝莱德最近决定,其向陷入困境的家装公司Renovo Home Partners提供的贷款价值从一个月前的票面价 值直接减记至零,成为Gundlach新近警告一个例证。 私人信用市场风险堆积 有新"债券之王"之称的DoubleLine Capital创始人Jeffrey Gundlach警告称,美股处于其职业生涯中"最不 健康"状态之一,并将私人信用市场的"垃圾放贷"比作2006年次贷危机前夕的投机行为。他建议投资者 持有20%的现金头寸,对冲即将到来的市场崩盘。 Gundlach在最近的媒体播客中表示,1.7万亿美元的私人信用市场正在进行"垃圾放贷",可能引发全球市 场下一轮崩盘。他认为当前股市"极其投机",认为投资者应避免在人工智能(AI)和数据中心领域进 行"极其投机性"的押注。 Gundlach认为,美股当前的状况"是我整个职业生涯中最不健康的(状况)之一"。他看到最明 ...
美债骗局落幕?38 万亿还不起本金,中国美元债成资本“避风港”
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-11-17 15:40
Core Viewpoint - The issuance of China's $4 billion sovereign bonds in Hong Kong on November 5, with a subscription rate of 30 times, marks a significant event in the ongoing financial competition between China and the U.S., reflecting a reordering of global capital towards sovereign credit [2][3]. Group 1: Investor Behavior - The overwhelming demand for Chinese dollar bonds, with total subscriptions reaching $118.2 billion, indicates a strong pursuit of asset safety by professional investment institutions, including central banks and sovereign funds [3]. - The choice of Chinese bonds over U.S. Treasuries highlights a rational decision-making process focused on optimal risk-reward scenarios [3]. Group 2: U.S. Debt Situation - The current U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion, with annual expenditures of $6 trillion against revenues of only $4 trillion, leading to a $2 trillion annual deficit that is sustained through borrowing [5]. - Interest payments on U.S. debt are projected to exceed $1.1 trillion in 2024, surpassing military spending and becoming the largest fiscal burden [5]. - Moody's has downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating to AA1 by 2025, undermining its last AAA credit status [5]. Group 3: Comparison of Sovereign Credits - China's sovereign credit is supported by a zero-default record, over $400 billion in annual trade surplus, and $3 trillion in foreign exchange reserves, making its dollar bonds attractive despite slightly higher interest rates compared to U.S. Treasuries [7]. - The contrast between the U.S. debt situation and China's financial strength indicates a shift in global capital preferences towards more stable and reliable assets [10]. Group 4: Strategic Implications - The issuance of Chinese dollar bonds is not merely a competitive move against the U.S. but a strategic step towards restructuring the global financial system, with the high subscription rate serving as a global endorsement of Chinese credit [15]. - This endorsement will benefit Chinese enterprises by allowing them to issue dollar bonds at lower financing costs, effectively creating a "credit passport" for them [15]. - The approach taken by China respects the existing international monetary system while gradually diluting the dominance of the U.S. dollar through market-driven credit order reconstruction [15][19]. Group 5: Global Development Impact - Funds raised from the issuance of Chinese dollar bonds will support infrastructure cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, aiming to liberate the dollar from U.S. debt games and genuinely serve global development [19]. - The contrast between China's financial contributions to global infrastructure and the G7's unfulfilled promises highlights different developmental pathways [20]. Group 6: Future Outlook - The scale of China's dollar bond issuance is expected to gradually increase, with a commitment to maintaining credit integrity and prudent financial practices, positioning China as a stabilizing force in the global financial market [22].
信用债市场周观察:票息策略优于久期策略
Orient Securities· 2025-11-17 15:39
1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating information is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The current strategy for credit bonds is to focus on coupon hunting, which is superior to the duration strategy. The main areas for exploration include medium - and low - quality urban investment bonds and some entities with a large convexity in the yield curve [5][8]. 3. Summary According to the Table of Contents 3.1 Credit Bond Weekly Viewpoint - The bond market was dull last week, lacking a trading theme. Credit bonds showed a hesitant performance, and the previous downward trend in yields paused. Looking ahead, positive factors for credit bonds include the concentrated opening period of amortized - cost - based open - end bond funds, stable liquidity, and the approaching time for year - end allocation to build coupon positions for the next year. Negative factors include the halt of the rapid decline in yields, a continuous drop in turnover rate, the uncertainty of the public - offering fee regulation, and potential disturbances from the stock market [5][8]. 3.2 Credit Bond Weekly Review 3.2.1 Negative Information Monitoring - There were no cases of bond defaults and overdue, no enterprises with their main ratings or outlooks downgraded, and no bonds with their debt ratings lowered from November 10 to November 16, 2025. However, several companies had significant negative events, such as Shaanxi Tourism Group Co., Ltd. receiving a warning from the inter - bank market, and many companies facing issues like debt defaults, regulatory warnings, and restrictions on high - consumption of their legal representatives [11][12]. 3.2.2 Primary Issuance - Issuance volume remained high, but the maturity volume increased significantly, leading to a reduction in net financing. From November 10 to November 16, credit bond primary issuance was 269.9 billion yuan, a 7% decrease from the previous period. The total repayment amount rose to 238.5 billion yuan, resulting in a net inflow of 31.4 billion yuan. The cost of primary issuance continued to narrow slightly, with the AA + level showing a more significant reduction. The average coupon rates for AAA and AA + were 2.10% and 2.15% respectively, with the former increasing by 1bp and the latter decreasing by 11bp [12][13]. 3.2.3 Secondary Trading - The valuations of credit bonds with various ratings and tenors fluctuated within a narrow range. Only low - grade and long - term bonds showed a slight narrowing. Credit spreads remained flat in the short term and widened passively in the medium - and long - term. The turnover rate continued to decline, dropping 0.18 percentage points to 1.69%. The spreads of most industries widened by 1bp, while the real - estate industry's spreads narrowed by 2bp. Among real - estate enterprises, the spreads of Times Holdings, Rongqiao, Vanke, and Yuzhou Hongtu widened the most [5][17][24].
固收指数月报 | 中国债市回暖!债券回购市场开放举措或成关键
彭博Bloomberg· 2025-11-17 11:54
Core Insights - Bloomberg is the first global index provider to include Chinese bonds in mainstream global indices, offering a unique perspective on the Chinese bond market through the Bloomberg China Fixed Income Index series [3] - The Bloomberg China Aggregate Index recorded a return of 0.65% in October, with a year-to-date return of 0.71% [5] - The return for the China Treasury and Policy Bank Index in October was 0.66%, while the year-to-date return for the Chinese yuan measured in local currency was 0.60%, improving its ranking from 26th to 25th among 27 currencies [5] Index Performance - Long-term bonds outperformed short-term bonds in October, with returns for various maturity indices as follows: - 1-3 years: 0.28% - 3-5 years: 0.45% - 5-7 years: 0.60% - 7-10 years: 0.83% - 10+ years: 1.54% [5][7] - The China Aggregate Index level stands at 244.67, with a year-to-date return of 0.71% [7] Market Dynamics - In August, the total outflow of funds from the Chinese bond market reached 99.7 billion yuan, a decrease from the record 303.8 billion yuan in July [13] - The outflow from Chinese government bonds slowed to 14.5 billion yuan, while foreign capital outflow from negotiable certificates of deposit (NCD) decreased to 67.8 billion yuan [13] - The opening of the bond repurchase market to foreign investors may help alleviate short-term outflows and support the long-term internationalization of the Chinese bond market [13] Credit Market Insights - Recent credit events in the U.S. have impacted Asian credit spreads, which widened to 66 basis points, indicating a potential risk in the market [13] - The geopolitical landscape, including U.S.-China trade tensions and the Dutch government's intervention in ASML, adds uncertainty to the global economic outlook [13]
宏观与大宗商品周报:冠通期货研究报告-20251117
Guan Tong Qi Huo· 2025-11-17 11:48
1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Recently, after the U.S. government ended its shutdown, market sentiment varied, and asset trends diverged. The controversy over AI bubble resurfaced, and the high - level decline of safe - haven assets such as gold and Bitcoin raised market concerns, resulting in a decline in investors' risk appetite and a slight increase in the VIX volatility index. Global major stock markets showed mixed performance, with A - shares leading the decline after reaching a high, while the Hang Seng Index had a relatively large increase. The BDI index rose, U.S. bond yields increased, the U.S. dollar index slightly declined, and most non - U.S. currencies strengthened. Most commodities rose [4][8]. - In the domestic market, the bond market mostly closed down with short - term weakness and long - term strength, and most stock indices declined. The commodity sectors showed mixed performance but generally closed up, with the Wind Commodity Index having a weekly change of 3.92%. Among the 10 commodity sub - sector indices, 6 closed up and 4 closed down. Commodity futures generally maintained the pattern of strong agricultural products and weak industrial products [4][13]. - The probability of the Fed cutting interest rates by 25bp to 3.5 - 3.75% in December decreased to 39.8%, significantly lower than last week's 61.9%, while the probability of keeping the interest rate unchanged at 3.75 - 4% increased significantly [5][68]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Market Overview - Global asset trends: Global major stock markets showed mixed performance, A - shares led the decline after reaching a high, the Hang Seng Index rose, the BDI index increased, U.S. bond yields went up, the U.S. dollar index slightly declined, and most non - U.S. currencies strengthened. Most commodities rose, with precious metals stabilizing, rebounding, and then fluctuating at a high level, and copper and oil prices slightly rebounding [4][8]. - Domestic market performance: The domestic bond market mostly closed down with short - term weakness and long - term strength, and most stock indices declined. The commodity sectors showed mixed performance but generally closed up. The Wind Commodity Index had a weekly change of 3.92%. Commodity futures maintained the pattern of strong agricultural products and weak industrial products, with precious metals leading the rise, followed by significant increases in the agricultural products, grains, and oilseeds sectors. The non - ferrous and chemical sectors slightly closed up, while other sectors all closed down, with the coal, coking, steel, and mining and energy sectors having the largest declines [4][13]. - Futures market capital flow: The overall capital in the commodity futures market slightly flowed in. The precious metals, non - metallic building materials, oilseeds, and non - ferrous sectors had obvious capital inflows, while the soft commodities, coal, coking, steel, and mining, and chemical sectors had obvious capital outflows [4][15]. - Commodity volatility: The volatility of the international CRB Commodity Index significantly increased, while the volatility of the domestic Wind Commodity Index and Nanhua Commodity Index showed a divergent performance of one rising and one falling. Most of the commodity futures sub - sector volatilities declined, with the oilseeds, non - ferrous, soft commodities, and coal, coking, steel, and mining sectors having the largest decline in volatility, and the energy sector having the most obvious increase in volatility [5][22]. Variety Performance - The domestic major commodity futures showed mixed performance in the recent week. The top - rising commodity futures varieties were Shanghai silver, lithium carbonate, and apples, while the top - falling varieties were glass, coke, and red dates [18][21]. Data Tracking - International commodities: International major commodities generally closed up, the BDI slightly increased, the CRB was flat, soybeans and corn rose, and copper, oil, gold, and silver all closed up, with the silver price rising more and the gold - silver ratio significantly declining [26]. - Domestic data: Asphalt production rate continued to decline, real - estate sales were weakly bottom - seeking, freight rates rebounded with differentiation, and short - term capital interest rates fluctuated downward [41]. Macro Logic - Stock market: The domestic four major stock indices fluctuated and declined last week. In terms of style, value stocks were obviously more resistant to decline, while growth - style stock indices were relatively weaker. The valuation of stock indices declined, and the equity risk premium (ERP) changed little [30][31]. - Commodities: The commodity price index fluctuated and rebounded, and the inflation expectation was under downward pressure [34]. - U.S. bonds: U.S. bond yields rebounded, the term structure steepened bearishly, the term spread changed little, the real interest rate rebounded, and the gold price rebounded and then declined [49]. - U.S. economic indicators: The U.S. high - frequency "recession indicator" weakened, the Citi Economic Surprise Index showed differentiation, and the 10Y - 3M U.S. bond spread fluctuated in positive territory [60]. Fed Interest Rate Expectation The probability of the Fed cutting interest rates by 25bp to 3.5 - 3.75% in December decreased to 39.8%, significantly lower than last week's 61.9%, while the probability of keeping the interest rate unchanged at 3.75 - 4% increased significantly [5][68]. This Week's Focus - Monday (November 17): Canada's October CPI monthly rate, U.S. November New York Fed Manufacturing Index [73]. - Tuesday (November 18): U.S. October Import Price Index monthly rate, U.S. October Industrial Production monthly rate, U.S. November NAHB Housing Market Index, Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari hosts a fireside chat, Reserve Bank of Australia releases November Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed visits the White House and meets with U.S. President Trump [73]. - Wednesday (November 19): U.S. API crude oil inventory for the week ending November 14, UK October CPI monthly rate, Eurozone October CPI annual rate final value, U.S. October New Housing Starts annualized, U.S. EIA crude oil inventory for the week ending November 14, U.S. EIA crude oil inventory in Cushing, Oklahoma for the week ending November 14 [73]. - Thursday (November 20): China's October Swift RMB share in global payments, China's one - year loan prime rate as of November 20, Germany's October PPI monthly rate, Switzerland's October trade balance, U.S. initial jobless claims for the week ending November 15, U.S. November Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index, Eurozone November Consumer Confidence Index preliminary value, U.S. October Existing Home Sales annualized, U.S. October Conference Board Leading Index monthly rate, U.S. EIA natural gas inventory for the week ending November 14, Fed releases Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes, New York Fed President Williams gives a speech, September non - farm payroll data [73]. - Friday (November 21): Japan's October core CPI annual rate, UK November Gfk Consumer Confidence Index, UK November Manufacturing PMI preliminary value, Canada's September retail sales monthly rate, U.S. November S&P Global Manufacturing PMI preliminary value, U.S. November University of Michigan Consumer Confidence Index final value, U.S. November one - year inflation rate expectation final value, Chicago Fed President Goolsbee gives a speech, Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker gives a speech on the economic outlook, European Central Bank President Lagarde gives a speech, New York Fed President Williams gives a speech [73].
只有中国敢这么干!美债狂揽1182亿,华尔街沉默,美联储头疼了
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-11-17 10:07
Core Viewpoint - The issuance of a $4 billion sovereign bond by the Chinese Ministry of Finance in Hong Kong attracted a staggering $118.2 billion in subscriptions, indicating a 30-fold oversubscription, which is rare in the international market [1][3]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The interest rates for the issued bonds were nearly on par with U.S. Treasury bonds, with the three-year bond at 3.646% and the five-year bond at 3.787% [3]. - Asian investors accounted for 53% of the subscriptions, while European investors contributed 25%, and the Middle East and Americas made up 22% [3]. - Sovereign investments represented 42% of the subscriptions, with banks and insurance institutions at 24%, and funds and asset management at 32% [4]. Group 2: Credit Rating Perception - Despite international credit ratings for China being lower than those for the U.S. (A1 vs. AA1), the market response was contrary, with significant capital inflow indicating strong investor confidence [3][5]. - Investors are focusing on China's solid economic fundamentals, including over $3 trillion in foreign exchange reserves, a growing trade surplus, and stable policies [7]. Group 3: Implications for Global Finance - The successful bond issuance signals a shift in the global financial landscape, suggesting that emerging markets can establish their own dollar credit benchmarks [10][20]. - This event may encourage other emerging markets to enter the dollar bond market, leading to a diversification of dollar pricing power [10]. - The issuance reflects a broader trend of financial openness from China, showcasing its market credibility to global investors [14][16]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The bond's performance in the secondary market will serve as a key indicator of China's creditworthiness [12]. - The event highlights China's financial resilience and market responsiveness, which could influence its future interactions in international capital markets [13][18]. - The global capital market's reaction indicates a growing recognition of China's financial strength and its potential to challenge the dominance of U.S. Treasury bonds [20].
美债将录得2020年来最佳表现?本轮涨势仍面临这些风险
第一财经· 2025-11-17 10:02
Core Viewpoint - Recent optimism among U.S. Treasury traders regarding potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve has overshadowed concerns about the U.S. fiscal deficit, leading to expectations that U.S. Treasuries may achieve their best annual performance since 2020 [3][4]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index has returned approximately 6.7% year-to-date, potentially marking its best annual return since 2020 [5]. - In 2023, the index's return was 5.5%, with a stagnation expected in 2024, contrasting with previous years where short-term U.S. Treasuries were preferred for risk diversification [6]. Group 2: Federal Reserve and Economic Outlook - The Federal Reserve's recent FOMC meeting saw a division among officials regarding interest rate cuts, with some advocating for a 50 basis point cut, while others opposed any cuts [7]. - Despite a weak employment trend, the likelihood of a rate cut in December remains high, suggesting that long-term interest rates may not sustain upward momentum [7]. Group 3: Fiscal Concerns - The U.S. government's budget deficit for fiscal year 2025 is projected at $1.8 trillion, unchanged from 2024, which could exert pressure on the bond market [9]. - The futures market indicates a 46% probability of a Federal Reserve rate cut, down from 67% a week prior, highlighting uncertainty around future monetary policy [9]. Group 4: Corporate Bond Market Risks - Analysts express concerns that the rising U.S. credit market may mask risks associated with historically high valuations of corporate bonds, leading to insufficient risk premiums for investors [10]. - The spread between investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds and U.S. Treasuries narrowed to 0.72 percentage points in September, the lowest since the late 1990s, indicating potential over-speculation in the market [10].