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U.S. Treasury Yields Drop Amid Trump-Zelenskyy Tensions

2/28/2025

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U.S. Treasury prices increased following a tense meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, raising geopolitical concerns.
The 10-year Treasury yield decreased to 4.222%, while the 2-year yield fell to 3.995%.
Investors shifted from riskier assets, resulting in a 0.1% decline in the S&P 500.
Inflation data indicated a 0.3% rise in the personal consumption expenditures index, meeting economist expectations.
The Federal Reserve will hold its next meeting on March 18-19.

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U.S. Treasury prices increased following a tense meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, raising geopolitical concerns.
The 10-year Treasury yield decreased to 4.222%, while the 2-year yield fell to 3.995%.
Investors shifted from riskier assets, resulting in a 0.1% decline in the S&P 500.
Inflation data indicated a 0.3% rise in the personal consumption expenditures index, meeting economist expectations.
The Federal Reserve will hold its next meeting on March 18-19.