Sovereign Bonds Are Beating Stocks by Most in Two Years

Sovereign Bonds Are Beating Stocks by Most in Two Years

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The video tutorial explains a simple chart comparing the performance of bonds and stocks. It highlights the Bloomberg Global Developed Sovereign Bond Index and the MSCI All Country World Index. Since October, bonds have risen by 1.8% while stocks have fallen by 4%, creating a 5.8% gap, the largest since May 2012. The video discusses recent market volatility, driven by global economic concerns, geopolitical conflicts, and speculation on interest rate changes. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the discrepancy between bonds and stocks.

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What was the volatility level of Treasurys last week, and how does it relate to the overall market?

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How does the current gap between bonds and stocks compare to historical data?

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