A 20-Basis-Point Rate Hike? Iran War Rewrites Fed Monetary Policy, Global Bond Markets Under Pressure
TradingKey - Amid the oil price-driven inflationary shock triggered by the war in Iran, previous widespread market expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts have completely dissipated, forcing bond traders to scramble to adjust their strategies. Traders are further increasing bets on Fed rate hikes, anticipating a 20-basis-point increase by the end of the year.