US 10-y Bond Auction
Monitor US 10-y Bond Auction results to assess investor confidence and future rate expectations.
Overview
Bond market investors determine yields, which can indicate their expectations for future interest rates. The bid-to-cover ratio reflects market liquidity and demand, serving as a measure of investor confidence. Auction results are presented in an 'X.XX|X.X' format, where the first figure denotes the highest interest rate of the bonds sold, and the second represents the bid-to-cover ratio (the number of bids per bid accepted).
Key Information
What it Measures
The highest yield on 10-year bonds sold by the government at auction and the corresponding bid-to-cover ratio.
Usual Effect
There is no consistent impact, as both risk and growth factors are involved.
Source & Frequency
Treasury Direct (latest release) - https://www.treasurydirect.gov/ • These auctions are held on a monthly basis.
How Data is Derived
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Also Known As
Treasury Auction, Note Auction
Acronym
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