The bond market prepares for a hike to interest rates, while U.S. stocks drift lower
The bond market swung Friday as investors built bets that the Federal Reserve may hike interest rates soon to get the nation's high inflation under control. U.S. stocks, meanwhile, dipped but not by much after economists said a speech by Chairman Kevin Warsh helped strengthen faith that the Fed will do what's needed to bring inflation down, even if it causes pain for the economy in the short term.
TL;DR
- Bond market saw increased investor bets on upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
- The hikes are intended to control the nation's high inflation.
- U.S. stocks dipped slightly.
- Chairman Kevin Warsh's speech strengthened belief in the Fed's commitment to reducing inflation.
- The Fed may implement measures that could cause short-term economic pain.