The Bond Market Podcast with Fexingo: Treasuries, Yields, and Fixed Income for Beginners

In this episode of The Bond Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore why the 30-year Treasury yield remains stubbornly near 5 percent even as the curve steepens and the front end drifts lower. They unpack the structural forces keeping long-term yields elevated: term premium, supply concerns, and the shift in investor positioning. With the 10-year at 4.70 percent and the 2-year at 4.22 percent, the hosts question whether the long end is signaling a new regime or simply an overshoot. They discuss how pension funds and insurance companies are forced buyers of duration, and why the Fed's policy path matters less for the long bond than it used to. The episode also touches on the 3-month yield at 3.89 percent and the implications of a positive yield curve. Practical takeaways for everyday investors include understanding duration risk and why long-term bonds might not be the safe haven they once were. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at the forces shaping the most important yield in the market.

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In this episode of The Bond Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore a surprising twist in the Treasury market: while the 2-year yield has drifted up to 4.25 percent, the 30-year yield has climbed to 5.25 percent, pushing the yield curve to its steepest since 2022. They unpack the forces behind this divergence—from term premium and supply concerns to the Fed's policy stance and sticky inflation—and consider what it means for bond investors. With the 10-year yield at 4.69 percent and the curve steepening, they discuss whether long-duration bonds are finally offering value or if the risks remain too high. The conversation also touches on how the front end's relative calm, with the 2-year just 60 basis points above the fed funds rate, signals a market that expects the Fed to hold steady. Whether you're a seasoned fixed-income investor or just starting out, this episode provides clear, actionable insights into the current shape of the yield curve and how to position your portfolio. Plus, a quick note on why we keep this podcast ad-free and how you can support it.

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In this episode of The Bond Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the persistent 30-year Treasury yield above 5 percent, a level that's been frustrating fixed-income investors for weeks. With the 30-year at 5.19 percent and the 10-year at 4.65 percent, the curve is steepening, but long-duration bonds are taking a hit. They discuss the structural forces keeping long yields elevated — from term premium and supply concerns to the Fed's rate path — and whether this is a signal about the economy or just a technical quirk. Lucas and Luna also examine how the 2-year yield at 4.19 percent and the 10-year-2-year spread of 47 basis points fit into the picture, and what it all means for bond bulls and bears. The conversation touches on the CME's new AI computing power futures, linking the demand for capital to the bond market's long-end pressure. With a listener's question about duration risk, they explore strategies for navigating this environment, from barbells to TIPS. A candid discussion on the show's ad-free model follows, before wrapping up with a look at what to watch in the coming weeks.

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The 30-year Treasury yield has been hovering above 5 percent for weeks, while the 10-year sits at 4.70 and the 2-year at about 3.72. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into why long-term yields aren't falling even as the Fed keeps rates steady and the curve steepens. They break down the role of term premium, structural demand from pension funds and foreign buyers, and how the AI infrastructure buildout—like Nvidia's latest $500 billion push with Wall Street asset managers—is adding to supply pressures. If you've been wondering why your bond fund keeps losing value, or why the 30-year is acting like a different asset class than the 2-year, this episode gives you the framework. Plus, they touch on what a 5.24 percent long bond yield means for mortgages, equities, and the broader economy. New episodes of The Bond Market Podcast drop daily.

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The 2-year Treasury yield sits at 4.25 percent, a full 62 basis points above the effective fed funds rate of 3.63 percent. In this episode, Lucas and Luna unpack why that gap persists even as markets price in rate cuts. They look at how the front end has become the market's battleground for Fed expectations, why the 3-month yield is drifting lower, and what the recent convergence of 2-year and 5-year yields signals. With the curve steepening and long yields staying high, the hosts explain what the front end is telling us about the next move in policy. They also break down the role of term premium and the market's pricing of a potential September hike. If you've been puzzled by why the 2-year stays so stubbornly high, this episode gives you the framework to read the signals.

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In this episode of The Bond Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna unpack why the 30-year Treasury yield remains stubbornly above 5 percent while the 2-year yield sits near 4.25 percent, even as the Federal Reserve holds rates steady. They explore the role of term premium, supply dynamics, and the market's reaction to a weak July jobs report that has traders trimming September hike bets. With the 10-year yield hovering around 4.69 percent, the hosts discuss what a steepening curve signals for the economy and for fixed-income investors. They also examine the divergence between the front end, where Fed policy dominates, and the long end, where deficits and issuance matter more. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at why the curve is telling a story that many are misreading, and what it means for your bond portfolio.

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Copper just hit its highest level ever. What does that tell bond investors? In this episode, Lucas and Luna unpack the divergence between red-hot copper and a Treasury market that's pricing in weak growth. They explore how copper's dual role as a bellwether for global growth and a gauge of inflation expectations creates a puzzle for fixed-income markets. With the 10-year yield at 4.66 percent and the 3-month at 3.89, the hosts discuss what copper's record could mean for the curve, for inflation hedges like TIPS, and for the Fed's next move. They also break down why copper might be signaling a manufacturing renaissance rather than a broad-based boom, and how that nuance matters for bonds. If you're trying to read the macro tea leaves, this episode gives you a concrete framework: what copper sees that Treasuries don't, and what that divergence could mean for your portfolio.

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On August 4, 2026, the 10-year Treasury yield fell from 4.70% to 4.63% in a single day — the sharpest one-day drop in months. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down what drove that move, from a surprising Fed Governor's hawkish comments to a quiet shift in the 30-year yield, which remains above 5%. They explain why the yield curve is steepening, what the front end is telling us about rate hikes, and why bond investors are starting to see longer-dated Treasuries as a value play again. With the 2-year yield at 4.20% and the 3-month at 3.89%, they unpack the signals that suggest the market is pricing in a possible Fed move. If you've ever wondered what a 'yield curve steepener' really means — or why a single day's move in the 10-year can ripple through mortgage rates and stock valuations — this episode gives you the playbook.

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In this episode of The Bond Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna unpack a striking market signal: the 30-year Treasury yield has climbed above 5 percent while the 10-year sits at 4.70, widening the long-end spread to levels not seen in years. They explore what this steepening curve says about inflation expectations, fiscal policy, and the Fed's next moves. With the 3-month yield at 3.91 and the Fed funds rate at 3.63, the front end is telling a different story. Why are long-dated yields rising so fast? Is it term premium, supply, or a vote of no confidence in long-term growth? The hosts break down the numbers, discuss the implications for bond investors, and offer a practical takeaway for positioning in a steepening curve. Whether you're a seasoned fixed-income trader or a beginner trying to understand the bond market, this episode gives you a clear, data-driven perspective on one of the most important moves of 2026.

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The 30-year Treasury yield has climbed to 5.27 percent, its highest level in years, while the 10-year sits at 4.75. That 52-basis-point gap is the widest in over a decade, and it's reshaping how investors think about long-duration risk. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down what's driving the long end—from term premium and foreign demand to supply concerns and the Fed's balance sheet runoff. They explain why the 30-year is no longer a sleepy corner of the bond market, how rising long yields ripple into mortgages and pensions, and whether this is a signal of inflation fears or simply a supply-demand imbalance. With practical takeaways for anyone holding bond funds or looking to lock in yields, this episode gives you a clear framework for navigating the steepest part of the curve. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the long bond.

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