December retail sales came in a bit stronger than expected, which may have put some downward pressure on MBS prices yesterday.
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Market Not Moving Much This Morning – Market Update
The market isn’t moving much this morning, however on Friday, we saw a bit of a rally following the release of the jobs report, which showed an unemployment rate higher than expected.
Morning Bonds Moving Higher – Market Update
The morning bonds are moving higher following the jobless claims report, which showed that more folks filed claims for unemployment benefits last week than forecasted.
Four Days Remain Ahead of the Fiscal Cliff – Market Update
Bond markets are up again for the third straight day as market participants speculate that U.S. lawmakers will be unable to reach an agreement to avoid the budget stalemate of more than $600 million in tax increases and spending cuts.
Bond Market Scheduled for Early Close – Market Update
Quiet market this morning as the item making the most news is declaration from Bill Gross that the fiscal cliff has more than a 50% chance of occurrence.
Treasuries and Bonds Open in Green – Market Update
Treasuries and Bonds are opening up in the green this morning, with MBS prices set to be a little bit better when we set pricing this morning, as compared to yesterday.
Fiscal Cliff Negotiations Stalled – Market Update
Bonds opened up slightly this morning as negotiations on the fiscal cliff have stalled over the last couple of days.
Continued Progress in Fiscal Cliff Avoidance Talks – Market Update
Treasuries and MBS prices sold off yesterday as continued progress in fiscal cliff avoidance talks led to optimism among investors.
The Fed will Continue to Purchase Treasuries – Market Update
Yesterday, President Obama reduced his demand for tax increasesas he and House Speaker John Boehner traded offers to deal with the fiscal cliff.
Initial and Continuing Jobless Claims Less Than Expected – Market Update
Markets were flat throughout the day yesterday as focus remains on Friday’s job numbers. The ADP Employment Change report, which can be somewhat of an indication of payroll numbers, came in 7,000 below expectations.
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