MMG Weekly: Inflation Eased, Bonds Pleased

A Look into the Markets This past week interest rates held near the best levels in two months in response to bond-friendly news. Let’s review what happened last week and look at what to watch for this coming week. “She says, Let’s go” – Let’s Go by the Cars Inflation is Declining Disinflation, or the…

MMG Weekly: Rates Improve and Fed Tone Softens

A Look into the Markets This past week, interest rates held steady and near the best levels in over one month. Let’s look at what happened last week and peek into the week ahead. “I have to admit it’s getting better (better)” – Getting Better by The Beatles Treasury Selling More Debt Last week, the…

MMG Weekly: Fed Pauses, Rates Decline

A Look into the Markets This past week, the Federal Reserve did not raise rates, and long-term rates, like mortgages, declined to the best levels in a month. Let’s discuss what happened and discuss the big news items to watch for this coming week. “Wavin’ them worries goodbye I’m feelin’ them good vibes”. Good Vibes…