Author Archives: Tipswatch

Hmmm… a TIPS auction on a Wednesday? I have to admit, I didn’t see that coming. I have been covering TIPS auctions for 5 1/2 years, and every single one was on a Thursday, unless the Thursday was a federal … Continue reading →

Summary CUSIP 912810RR1 is going to be pricey and unattractive. Federal Reserve didn’t do investors any favors by backing off from rate increases. Definitely avoid buying this TIPS in a taxable account; it will be cash flow negative. I posted … Continue reading →

Summary The May number came in below the consensus estimate of 0.3%, but core inflation rose to 2.2% for the last 12 months. Increases in energy and shelter prices were offset by declines in food, apparel, and used cars. Non-seasonally … Continue reading →

The after-inflation yield was the lowest for any 9- to 10-year TIPS in more than a year. This TIPS has a coupon rate of 0.625%, so buyers paid an adjusted price of about $103.53 for $100 of par value. The … Continue reading →

I’ll be working tomorrow morning – I’m usually off on Thursdays – so I won’t be able to post a morning outlook. I wrote an analysis of this auction last week on SeekingAlpha.com, so check that out for a lot … Continue reading →