MUFG
July 1, 2026
US Monthly Outlook: The Summer of Bonds
Monthly UpdateEquitiesRates CreditRates Govt BondsConsumer DiscretionaryEnergy
The report suggests a more favorable outlook for US Treasuries this summer as Fed hike expectations appear aggressive and unwarranted by current data. Consumer spending remains a significant headwind due to weak real income growth.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The US Treasury market is expected to perform favorably during the summer months due to positive historical seasonals.
- 2.The Fed is likely to remain on hold until late 2026 rather than hike rates, as inflation expectations have cooled and growth remains concentrated in specific sectors.
- 3.Consumer spending is facing significant headwinds from declining real wages and a historically low savings rate.
Table of Contents
- Macro Musings
- Fed & Rates View
- Market Thoughts
- Special Topic: Consumer spending & the World Cup
- Forecasts
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Authors
George GoncalvesAgron NicajTarun Chandanala
Securities
US TreasuriesSOFR Futures
Themes
AI-Driven GrowthConsumer FragilityFed Policy Reset
Regions
North AmericaAsia PacificUnited StatesJapan
