HSBC warns markets to brace for “pain trades” in 2H, led by a steepening U.S. Treasury curve, an unabated AI-related trade, and an “explosive” U.S. dollar. The setup suggests higher rates pressure alongside FX strength and continued momentum in AI-linked positioning, with risks skewed to broader volatility rather than clean upside.
HSBC warns markets to brace for “pain trades” in 2H, led by a steepening U.S. Treasury curve, an unabated AI-related trade, and an “explosive” U.S. dollar. The setup suggests higher rates pressure alongside FX strength and continued momentum in AI-linked positioning, with risks skewed to broader volatility rather than clean upside.
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