The U.S. Treasury yields were mixed as investors awaited fresh jobless claims data and assessed economic risks tied to the Iran conflict, according to market updates.
The benchmark 10-year yield held steady, while the 2-year yield dipped slightly and the 30-year yield edged higher. Analysts said markets are closely watching labor data for signals on Federal Reserve rate policy.
According to Labor Department expectations, jobless claims are projected near 215,000, suggesting a resilient labor market. Industrial production data is also expected to show modest growth.
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The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report highlighted rising uncertainty among businesses due to the Middle East war.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump escalated pressure on the Fed, warning he could remove Chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down after his term ends next month. Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh as a potential successor.
The developments underscore growing tension between monetary policy and geopolitical risks.
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