Bond Yields

• Why gold and silver prices are on the decline as bond yields rise

  Global bond yields have been spiking in recent months, especially U.S. Treasuries, while the perceived value of precious metals like gold and silver have been on the decline.

  Consumer

  Sep 28
  
• A U.S. bond yield hit 5.1% for 1st time in 19 years. Here’s what it signals

  The U.S. 10-year Treasury bond yield is now hovering above the five per cent threshold for the first time in nearly two decades amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

  Consumer

  Sep 24
  
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• Why spiking U.S. bond yields could be a big warning for the economy

  Experts say a sharp rise in U.S. bond yields this week was a major warning sign about inflation, interest rates and economic uncertainty.

  Economy

  Jul 31
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• Utility and telecom stocks help lift TSX on Thursday

  Strength in utility and telecom stocks helped lift Canada's main stock index higher on Thursday, while U.S. stock markets moved lower.

  Money

  Oct 5, 2023
• Fixed mortgage rates are on the rise, mortgage brokers warn

  After the record lows of last summer, fixed mortgage rates are starting to climb back up as the economy's outlook improves.

  Money

  Feb 27, 2021
• Dow Jones sinks 800 points amid fears of recession

  All three major U.S. indexes closed down about 3 per cent after 2-year U.S. Treasury yields surpassed those of 10-year bonds, which is considered a classic recession signal.

  Economy

  Aug 14, 2019
• With fixed rates below variable ones, mortgage market is in the Upside Down

  Normally, the peace of mind of having a fixed mortgage rate comes with a price premium. Now, they come with a discount. Here's what's happening.

  Money

  Jul 24, 2019
• Why variable-rate mortgages are becoming more attractive to Canadians

  Rising costs for fixed-rate mortgages and new federal rules have more Canadians considering variable rates.

  Money

  Feb 3, 2017