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Why is this a warning sign?
Because an inverted curve suggests that the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hikes are constraining future growth. The longer the inversion persists, the greater the risk of a recession, with historical data indicating a likely slowdown in the economic cycle.
The Mechanics of Inversion and Recession
The conversation delves into the mechanics of yield curve inversion, clarifying that:
The front end—short-term rates—is heavily influenced by the Federal Reserve's policy decisions.
The long end reflects market expectations about future inflation and economic growth.