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If the fixed rate holds at 0.9%, the new composite rate could be about 3% for six months. But the…
Category Archives: TreasuryDirect
10-year TIPS reopening auction should get best real yield in 14 years
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com This year, for the first time, I’ve soured on buying Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities at auction. Why? Because real yields have often come in a bit below “predicted” market value. That’s been especially true of the 10-year … Continue reading
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For some, this week’s 30-year TIPS reopening will be a ‘unique’ opportunity
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com One of the year’s most interesting TIPS auctions is coming Thursday, the reopening of CUSIP 912810TP3, creating a 29-year, 6-month Treasury Inflation-Protected Security. Like many of you, I won’t be a buyer at this $8 billion … Continue reading
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Now is an ideal time to build a ladder of inflation-protected TIPS
It’s rare to see an alignment of attractive yields across all maturities. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com For years, I was the “buy at auction” guy when it came to Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities. I’ve written a preview article about every auction … Continue reading
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The I Bond exit ramp is now open; proceed with caution
Time redemptions to take full advantage of the recent 6.48% variable rate. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com First off, before I start talking about redeeming investments in U.S. Series I Savings Bonds, let’s take a moment to ponder just how worthwhile … Continue reading
Real yields are slipping, but this week’s 10-year TIPS auction still looks attractive
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The aftermath of last week’s mild inflation report has sent both nominal and real yields tumbling, with the yield on a nominal 10-year Treasury falling about 30 basis points since July 7 and the real yield … Continue reading
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
The heads of all the Federal statistical agencies and bureaus are political appointments, which makes them by definition, subject to…