Market Information Thursday 26 June 2025

U.S. consumer confidence fell in June as concerns over high tariffs and inflation remained prominent. Expectations for business conditions and job availability declined, with optimism about future income also weakening. Labor market sentiment slipped amid fewer openings and rising unemployment claims.

Gold prices steadied after a recent drop, as easing Middle East tensions reduced haven demand. Prices hovered between recent highs and lows following months of gains driven by geopolitical risks, trade tensions, and central bank buying.

U.S. Treasury yields rose slightly, steepening the yield curve to levels not seen since 2021. 30-year yields rose about 2 basis points while five-year yields were little changed, pushing the yield gap to its widest since 2021. Traders continue to bet on falling short-term rates while remaining cautious about long-term debt pressures.

The 6M Euribor is unchanged at 2.04% compared to previous business day. The 10Y Swap increased with 1 basis point to 2.57% compared to previous business day.

In the attachment, today’s market data on money and capital market rates as well as other rates are presented.