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Bill Ackman Covers Short Bet on Long-Term Treasuries

by Ayushi
October 23, 2023
in BUSINESS
The Pershing Square Capital Management CEO Bill Ackman took to microblogging website ‘X’ and revealed that he has covered his short bonds as there is too much risk in the world to remain short bonds at current long-term rates.
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Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has made a significant market move by covering his short bet against long-term US Treasuries. This decision comes as Ackman anticipates a drop in bond yields amid escalating geopolitical risks, particularly stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict. Ackman, the CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, shared his decision to cover his short bond positions on a social media platform.

 

Following Ackman’s announcement, the 30-year Treasury yield experienced a 6-basis point drop, landing at 5.01 percent in a day marked by increased volatility. Concurrently, the benchmark 10-year US Treasury bond yield rose to over 5 percent, reaching its highest level in 16 years. This surge was primarily attributed to the Federal Reserve’s reaffirmed hawkish stance, suggesting the likelihood of additional interest rate hikes within the year.

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Last week, bond yields recorded a substantial increase of nearly 30 basis points, marked by robust economic data. The bond market’s reaction to these developments underscores the sensitivity of interest rates to geopolitical events and central bank policy shifts.

 

Bill Ackman’s decision to cover his short bond positions is a significant pivot in the context of his investment strategy. Historically, Bill Ackman has been known for making successful high-conviction bets, including one against the subprime mortgage market ahead of the 2008 financial crisis. By covering his short positions on long-term Treasuries, he is essentially taking a bullish stance on bond prices and expects yields to fall.

 

The move aligns with his concerns about the growing geopolitical uncertainties associated with the Israel-Hamas conflict. In times of heightened global tension, investors often seek the safety of US Treasuries, leading to higher bond prices and lower yields.

 

While Ackman’s decision may be seen as a signal of caution, it also reflects the dynamic nature of investment strategies, particularly in a rapidly changing economic and geopolitical landscape. Bond yields will continue to be closely monitored by investors and analysts, given their implications for broader financial markets, including equities and currencies. Ackman’s positioning underscores the importance of staying attuned to a wide range of factors, from economic data to geopolitical events, when making investment decisions in today’s volatile markets.

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