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Bond Traders Want a Signal—Warsh Is Sending Them Static
Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference in Washington, DC, on July 29, 2026, after the Fed held rates steady.Credit: Brendan Smialowski / AFP via Getty ImagesKey TakeawaysThe Fed chair’s minimalist communication style has unsettled bond markets, driving long-term Treasury yields higher.The 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest level since 2007, reflecting market concerns about inflation and rate policy.Futures trading suggests a 55% chance of a rate hike in September.Kevin Warsh watched the bond market punish him for saying too little, and his answer is to keep on…
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