Deep Dive: U.S. Oil Production, Bond Yields

The video discusses recent oil production data from the EIA report, highlighting a rise in production after 13 weeks and its potential impact on the energy market. It then shifts to analyzing the Philly Fed partisan conflict index, which tracks political tensions and their effects on markets. Finally, the video examines bond market trends, focusing on the term premium and its implications for investors.

What was the recent change in U.S. oil production?

• No change in production

• A decrease of 100,000 barrels a day

• A decrease of 50,000 barrels a day

• An increase of 100,000 barrels a day

What does the Philly Fed Reserve partisan conflict index track?

• Economic growth rates

• Oil production levels

• Bond market trends

• Partisan conflict in Washington, D.C.

Which event caused a plunge in partisan conflict according to the index?

• The 2013 government shutdown

• The 2009 financial crisis

• The 9/11 attack

• The 1995 government shutdown

What does a drop in the term premium indicate about long-term U.S. government bonds?

• Increased compensation for holding long-term bonds

• Decreased demand for long-term bonds

• Decreased compensation for holding long-term bonds

• Increased demand for long-term bonds

What global economic condition contributes to the demand for U.S. yields?

• Increased government spending

• Rising oil prices

• Negative interest rates in Europe and Japan

• High inflation rates