Yes, that will work but only for 10 years out. iShares has now released IBIM, which matures in 2036. These…
TIPS are a complex and intimidating investment. I am wondering if a ladder of iShares TIPS ETFs (e.g. IBIJ) might…
With the high deficit, Who knowns what will happen in the 2040s
Question, why do TIPS on the secondary market have such unattractive, low yields. For example 91282CJH5, I purchased this at…
Category Archives: Inflation
10-year TIPS reopening auction gets real yield of 2.071%
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The Treasury’s reopening auction of a 10-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security — CUSIP 91282CLE9 — generated a real yield to maturity of 2.071%, right in line with where this TIPS was trading this morning on the secondary … Continue reading
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Tagged bonds, economy, finance, inflation, investing, investment, personal-finance, Treasury investments
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Thursday’s 10-year TIPS auction will benefit from surge in real yields
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Reality is beginning to settle in on the U.S. bond market. Even as the Federal Reserve continues to cut short-term interest rates, longer-term yields have been rising in recent weeks as the market: As a result, … Continue reading
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Medicare costs for 2025, once again, are rising faster than inflation
Part B costs, deductibles and IRMAA surcharges will increase about 5.9% next year. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Just a month ago, Social Security beneficiaries learned their benefits would rise by 2.5% starting in 2025, the lowest increase in four years. … Continue reading
U.S. annual inflation ticks up to 2.6%, but matches expectations
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com It’s good news when a monthly U.S. inflation report matches expectations. And October delivered, even though annual all-items inflation ticked higher and core remained too strong for comfort. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that … Continue reading
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Tagged economy, finance, inflation, investing, news
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Now is a great time to build (or improve) a long-term TIPS ladder
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Because of a remarkable confluence of events, including last week’s presidential election result, real and nominal yields for U.S. Treasurys have been rising dramatically, up 40 to 50 basis points since October 1. But this article … Continue reading
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
That matures in October 2028 and I think the market is pricing in high inflation (at least 3%) over the…