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The desk is increasingly skeptical of UBS's rate cut thesis as recent market movements suggest a renewed upward pressure on yields, contradicting the bank's expectations of a disinflationary environment. Per the full note, UBS's position relies heavily on a widening yield gap, with long yields reflecting ongoing fiscal risks while short yields are expected to decline. However, in the wake of a strong sell-off in global bonds, including a rise in 10-year Treasury yields to nearly 4.78%—the highest since January 2025—it seems that the market is leaning toward further rate hikes rather than cuts. This dynamic complicates UBS's argument as geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices, with Brent above $92, contribute to sustained inflationary pressure that yields have yet to fully account for.
UBS sees Fed on hold as Warsh downplays inflation risk despite hike bets
The desk assesses that UBS's outlook on the Federal Reserve indicates a reduction in market expectations for rate hikes, positioning quality short- to medium-maturity bonds as attractive buys. UBS argues that the current elevated yields are mispriced relative to the diminishing inflationary pressures indicated by decelerating wage growth, a perspective that will frame discussions ahead of the next Fed meeting. Per the full note [source], UBS expects the Fed to maintain a steady rate stance, contrary to market pricing of two rate hikes over the next year. This reflects a shift in analysis amidst recent comments from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh that have added uncertainty to policy direction.
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