Global Bonds Power Ahead

Dovish bets take hold, with soft economic readings in both the U.S. and Europe fueling speculation that central banks will cut rates in 2024.

By Rita Nazareth | December 06, 2023 at 06:04 PM

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The rally in bonds around the globe gained further traction, with soft economic readings in both the United States and Europe fueling speculation that major central banks will cut rates in the year to come.

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