An inverted yield curve is an important economic indicator and is often a precursor to a recession. Normally, long-term interest rates are higher than short-term interest rates so a graphical plot of yields from Treasury bonds of different durations normally slopes up. One often-used graphic is the … [Read more...] about 4.1.22: YIELD CURVE INVERTS – WILL IT PREDICT A RECESSION?
1.28.20: CMBS PROS PREDICT 5% GROWTH IN CMBS ISSUANCE IN 2020
With 2019 CMBS issuance of $97.8 billion surpassing estimates by a wide margin, CMBS pros are projecting 2020 will surpass $100 billion, making 2020 the busiest year since the financial crisis. With interest rates projected to remain near rock bottom for the foreseeable future, it’s widely believed … [Read more...] about 1.28.20: CMBS PROS PREDICT 5% GROWTH IN CMBS ISSUANCE IN 2020