Bond Traders Expecting Fed Hike Look Ahead to Jobs Data Risks

Treasury bond traders are positioned for the Federal Reserve to raise rates over the next 12 months, but weak May US employment data could inflict losses on that trade. The article flags a key macro catalyst for rates markets, with labor data likely to influence expectations for Fed policy and Treasury yields. The setup is cautious and mildly negative for current bond positioning if the jobs report disappoints.

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Treasury bond traders are positioned for the Federal Reserve to raise rates over the next 12 months, but weak May US employment data could inflict losses on that trade. The article flags a key macro catalyst for rates markets, with labor data likely to influence expectations for Fed policy and Treasury yields. The setup is cautious and mildly negative for current bond positioning if the jobs report disappoints.