Mortgage hedging adds selling pressure to US Treasury market as yields surge

US Treasury yields have surged, causing investors to hedge against potential losses in mortgage-backed securities. This increased hedging activity has led to selling pressure in the US Treasury market. The added selling pressure is a result of investors trying to protect themselves from potential mortgage-related losses, but analysts believe the impact will be limited compared to previous market selloffs. This is because refinancing incentives are declining and the mortgage market is shrinking.

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Rising US Treasury yields and mortgage rates have triggered increased mortgage-related hedging, which is adding selling pressure to the bond market. This could lead to higher yields and lower bond prices, affecting investors and the overall economy.

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