Interest Rates and the Economy

Over the course of this guide we will examine all the different factors that can affect how interest rates move. This includes but is not limited to: The Fed, inflation, demand for Treasuries, the yield curve, and U.S. debt in a global landscape. All of these factors have a hand in affecting interest rates and it is important to be cognizant of all of them before making any decisions about investing in bonds. Familiarizing yourself with these factors can have a large effect on the success of your investments.